kobe steel company - SoftBank and three Japanese companies launch a new company to develop domestic AI foundation models
According to ME News, on April 13 (UTC+8), SoftBank, NEC, Honda, and Sony Group established a new company named “Japan AI Foundation Model Development” to create domestic AI foundation models for Japanese enterprises. The company’s president will be appointed by a SoftBank executive, with Nippon Steel, Kobe Steel, Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Bank, and Mizuho Bank participating as investors. SoftBank and NEC will lead the development efforts, while Honda plans to apply the results to autonomous driving; Preferred Networks is also involved. The company will soon apply for a public call from the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), and if selected, it is expected to receive support of approximately 1 trillion yen over five years starting in fiscal year 2026. (Source: ODAILY)Source:Show originalDisclaimer: The information on this page may have been obtained from third parties and does not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of KuCoin. This content is provided for general informational purposes only, without any representation or warranty of any kind, nor shall it be construed as financial or investment advice. KuCoin shall not be liable for any errors or omissions, or for any outcomes resulting from the use of this information.Investments in digital assets can be risky. Please carefully evaluate the risks of a product and your risk tolerance based on your own financial circumstances. For more information, please refer to our Terms of Use and Risk Disclosure.

This detailed match analysis covers key moments, player performances, and tactical insights.
Key Statistics
Possession: 55% - 45%
Shots on target: 6 - 3
Pass accuracy: 88% - 82%
Corners: 5 - 2
Player Ratings
- Home MVP: John Doe (9.2)
- Away MVP: James Smith (8.7)
Post-Match Analysis
The manager praised the team's resilience after coming from behind. "We showed great character," he said.
This win moves them to the top of the league table with 45 points.