Published Aug 05, 2025 11:03 AM
The article covers the grand opening and inaugural symposium for the Beyondsoft Osaki Innovation Lab on August 1, 2025. This launch is a strategic move designed to strengthen trilateral (US, China, and Japan) innovation and AI adoption in Japan.
The event, titled "From the US Ecosystem to Japanese Practice: The Path to Localization of Investment Strategy," brought together over 40 AI and venture capital firms from the US, China, and Japan for a candid, forward-looking discussion.
Strategic Role of the Lab: Beyondsoft's founder, Mr. Ben Wang, introduced the Osaki Innovation Lab as a "super-connector" designed to overcome cultural, technological, and industrial obstacles. Its core mission is to act as a hub for upgrading Japanese manufacturing sector into an intelligent ecosystem.
Japan's AI Opportunity: Speakers highlighted Japan’s strong foundation in precision equipment and industrial robotics. They noted that AI offers a tangible solution to Japan's aging society and labor shortages, particularly in areas like elderly care and smart assistance.
Global AI Trends: Wang Xinjie of Mercer Legacy pointed out that the US AI industry is shifting towards "system-level" breakthroughs, moving past basic infrastructure to focus on intelligent agents. He argued that the future will belong to those who can deploy highly impactful AI agents in real-world, industry-specific settings.
Challenges in Japanese Startups: Panelists observed that while Japanese startups possess strong technical skills, they are often hesitant about market expansion and fundraising. Concerns were also raised regarding the lack of long-term growth capital liquidity within the Japanese investment system.
Conclusion
The symposium underscored the significant value of the Osaki Innovation Lab as a "bridge" for trilateral co-innovation. The lab is expected to integrate global capital, talent, and technology with local Japanese values, making it a crucial engine for industry upgrade and co-creation in the new era.aising. Concerns were also raised regarding the lack of long-term growth capital liquidity within the Japanese investment system.
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