Japan Lags Behind in Generative AI Adoption

2025-07-14
Japan Lags Behind in Generative AI Adoption

A Japanese government survey reveals a significant gap in generative AI adoption compared to other major economies. Only 26.7% of Japanese respondents reported using generative AI, a stark contrast to China's 81.2% and the US's 68.8%. While adoption is higher among younger demographics (44.7% of 20-somethings), overall usage remains low. Similarly, only 49.7% of Japanese companies plan to utilize generative AI, significantly trailing China and the US, where adoption rates exceed 80%. The findings highlight Japan's need to accelerate generative AI adoption and integration.

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Toyota's Woven City: Phase 1 Complete, First Residents Moving In

2025-02-26
Toyota's Woven City: Phase 1 Complete, First Residents Moving In

Toyota Motor Corporation has announced the completion of phase one of its futuristic city, Woven City, located southwest of Tokyo. Spanning over 700,000 square meters, this innovative urban development will integrate autonomous vehicles, robotics, and advanced digital technologies to offer residents a unique and technologically advanced living experience. The city features dedicated roads for autonomous vehicles, pedestrian zones, and underground passageways for deliveries and waste management. Approximately 360 Toyota employees and their families will begin moving in during the second half of this year, with a projected population of 2,000 residents eventually.

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