Analysis on the Development Strategy of Japan's Generative AI
With the advent of conversational AI models like ChatGPT,global attention to generative AI has surged.Motivated by external aims such as enhancing international competitiveness and influencing global discourse,as well as internal aims like fostering economic growth,addressing challenges of aging and shrinking population,and ensuring national security,the Japanese government has actively pursued stra-tegic initiatives in the generative AI sector.Specific strategic measures include:perfecting the top-level design of the government,enhancing the R&D capabilities of generative AI,and ensuring the construction of advanced infrastructure as measures to enhance competitiveness;as well as strengthening the govern-ance of generative AI,reinforcing international coordination in risk identification and governance,and discussing domestic legislation on generative AI as measures to ensure security.From the perspective of the development prospects of generative AI,Japan boasts several advantages,including a strong founda-tion in commercial applications,advanced robotics technology,significant potential in developing industry-specific large models.However,challenges persist in areas such as limited data resources,inadequate capital investment,imbalance in talent supply,insufficient energy support,and cognitive fragmentation,making it uncertain whether Japan can achieve the goal successfully.