The CEOs of NVIDIA and AMD recently made swift visits to Japan, both eager to tap into the country’s burgeoning AI market.
### Japan: The Next AI Investment Hub for NVIDIA and AMD
Japan has become a hotspot for AI infrastructure investment. Keen to maintain their technological edge, the country is making significant strides in AI advancements and openly inviting companies like NVIDIA and AMD to put down roots. Their goal? To become “the easiest country in the world to develop and utilize AI.” The recent visits from AMD’s Lisa Su and NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang are a testament to Japan’s growing appeal as a focal point for AI firms seeking to extend their influence.
According to Bloomberg, Jensen Huang’s recent trip to Japan included discussions on increasing electricity output to cater to AI sector demands. He met with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to explore how the nation could leverage its robotics and industrial expertise to gain leadership in AI. A significant gesture during his visit was Jensen presenting a DGX Spark AI supercomputer to the Prime Minister, underscoring his dedication to Japan’s AI prospects.
For NVIDIA, Japan represents a strategic alternative as it grapples with challenges in China due to tightening US export regulations and fierce competition. The country’s robust R&D ecosystem and ambition to become a global AI frontrunner position it as an attractive prospect for Team Green to bolster its regional influence.
Lisa Su also made her way to Japan, meeting with the Prime Minister and various partners. While full details of her visit remain under wraps, it’s clear that Japan has a vested interest in AMD’s regional expansion. The government seems particularly keen on forging a partnership with Team Red, indicating that the competition for market dominance between NVIDIA and AMD in Japan is officially heating up.
As illustrated in a Tweet from Lisa Su, her recent engagement in Tokyo was met with enthusiasm, symbolizing a promising future of collaborations in this thriving sector.
