It wants to make an AI model that can autonomously control machines and robots by 2030, Nikkei reports. The project, part of SoftBank’s robotics push, has buy-in from domestic giants including Sony, Honda, and Nippon Steel. It comes as countries increasingly encourage sovereign AI efforts to compete with US and Chinese firms.
[Link: Japan’s SoftBank launches unit to develop homegrown AI | https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/japan-s-softbank-launches-unit-to-develop-homegrown-ai | Nikkei Asia]
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SoftBank creates new company building ‘physical AI.’
It wants to make an AI model that can autonomously control machines and robots by 2030, Nikkei reports. The project, part of SoftBank’s robotics push, has buy-in from domestic giant… [653 chars]
Source: The Verge | Published: 2026-04-13T08:46:00Z
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