Japan partners with Nvidia to boost GPU stock pile
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, on Monday, said he will “prioritize” Japan for batches of GPUs to help develop the nation’s AI industry, promising partnerships with local giants including Softbank to help develop the industry locally.
“Demand is very high, but I promised the prime minister we will do our very, very best to prioritize Japan's requirements for GPUs,” Huang is quoted as saying. “In combination with generative AI and Japan's expertise in manufacturing, the future of robotics could be revolutionized here in Japan.”
Japan’s NTT, Sakura Internet, NEC, and Softbank are reportedly working with the company to develop AI solutions to automate various processes in their respective companies, something that’s necessary in a country struggling with a chronic labor shortage.