TOKYO — Dozens of Japanese companies and research organizations are joining forces to develop a nationwide platform for artificial intelligence (AI) data sharing. SoftBank Corp. and NTT are at the forefront of this initiative, focusing on creating the underlying technology infrastructure to enable cross-industry data integration.

With the United States and China currently leading in AI model development, Japan aims to enhance its position in the global AI landscape by leveraging collaborative data sharing across industries. This effort reflects Japan's strategic move to capitalize on AI advancements through integrated data utilization.

SoftBank Corp. is actively contributing to building the infrastructure that will support AI-powered data sharing, signaling a significant step toward fostering innovation and competitiveness in Japan’s AI sector.

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