Nvidia and Fujitsu partner to build Japan’s AI infrastructure by 2030

Nvidia and Fujitsu announced a strategic partnership to develop AI infrastructure and smart robotics technology in Japan, with CEO Jensen Huang declaring that “the AI industrial revolution has already begun.” The collaboration aims to establish comprehensive AI infrastructure across Japan by 2030, initially targeting the Japanese market before potential global expansion.

What you should know: The partnership will focus on building foundational AI systems across multiple industries using Nvidia’s graphics processing unit (GPU) technology.

• The companies plan to develop AI applications for healthcare, manufacturing, environmental solutions, next-generation computing, and customer services.
• Fujitsu will leverage its decades of experience in the Japanese market while utilizing Nvidia’s GPUs, which are the specialized computer chips that power AI operations.
• The initiative takes a “humancentric” approach aimed at keeping Japan competitive in the global AI race.

Key details: While executives didn’t reveal specific investment figures or detailed project timelines, they outlined potential collaboration areas.

• A possible partnership with Yaskawa Electric Corp., a Japanese machinery and robot maker, was mentioned as an example of AI robotics collaboration.
• The companies have already been working together on AI applications, including digital twins and robotics to address Japan’s aging workforce and labor shortages.
• The AI systems will be designed to constantly evolve and learn, adapting to new challenges and opportunities.

What they’re saying: Both CEOs emphasized Japan’s potential to lead in AI and robotics innovation.

• “Japan can lead the world in AI and robotics,” Huang told reporters at a Tokyo hotel, after hugging his Fujitsu counterpart Takahito Tokita on stage.
• “Through our collaboration with Nvidia, we aim to create new, unprecedented technologies and contribute to solving even more serious social issues,” said Tokita.

Why this matters: The partnership addresses Japan’s critical demographic challenges while positioning the country as a global AI leader.

• Japan faces significant labor shortages due to its aging population, making AI-powered automation and robotics crucial for maintaining economic competitiveness.
• The collaboration combines Nvidia’s cutting-edge AI chip technology with Fujitsu’s deep understanding of Japanese market needs and regulatory environment.