Generative AI startups from Japan and South Korea have gathered in Tokyo to brainstorm solutions for challenges faced by both nations. These include declining populations and labor shortages.
About 60 people took part in the event on Tuesday. Among them were representatives from both nations who introduced products.
One Korean firm has developed a service that staffs call centers for companies that are short of workers. The service can respond by phone to customer requests for refunds.
A Japanese firm has developed a service to help with procedures when foreigners are moving to Japan, such as signing up for credit cards and renting homes.
A senior official at one Japanese company said it would be good if those taking part could find something to help each other expand their businesses. This could come from looking at the similarities and differences for startups in Japan and South Korea.
The chairman of the organization that hosted the event said actively using AI will help solve social issues such as the depopulation of rural areas.
He added that given the similar social situations, this event may be an opportunity for South Korea and Japan to choose solutions created by AI startups.
The leaders of Japan and South Korea met a week ago and agreed to cooperate in various economic fields, including AI.
AloJapan.com