The government has put together a new strategy for AI = artificial intelligence and quantum technology.
In addition to preparing the first domestically produced quantum computer within this fiscal year, AI will be used to predict damage to infrastructure such as electricity and water in the event of a large-scale disaster, which will lead to countermeasures. ..
On the 22nd, the government held the "Integrated Innovation Strategy Promotion Council" at the Prime Minister's Office to summarize new strategies related to quantum technology and AI.
Of these, with regard to quantum technology, we will increase the number of users of quantum technology in order to develop the first domestically produced quantum computer, which has a computing power far exceeding that of supercomputers, by the end of this fiscal year, and to accelerate its spread in Japan. It is expected to increase to 10 million in 2030.
In addition, AI includes measures that can be used to predict damage to core infrastructure such as electricity and water and the status of restoration in the event of a large-scale disaster.
With regard to cutting-edge technologies such as quantum technology and AI, countries such as the United States and China are competing with research, saying that they will improve the competitiveness of a wide range of industries, and they are also in an important position in economic security.
Chief Cabinet Secretary “Strengthening efforts for utilization”
Secretary-General Matsuno said, "It is important to integrate quantum technology with technologies such as AI = artificial intelligence and semiconductors and incorporate it into socio-economic systems, which will lead to the creation of new industries and the improvement of productivity. It is also an important technology for ensuring safety and security and economic security. Also, as the fusion of cyber space and reality progresses, social implementation of AI that leads to the creation of great value is especially important, "said Kobayashi, in charge of science and technology. We instructed the ministers to strengthen their efforts toward the utilization of quantum technology and AI together with the relevant ministers.