SoftBank and OpenAI announced a new 50-50 joint venture this week to sell enterprise AI tools in Japan under the brand “Crystal Intelligence.” On paper, it’s a straightforward international expansion deal. But SoftBank’s role as a major investor in OpenAI is raising questions about whether AI’s biggest deals are creating real economic value or just moving money in circles. […]
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The circular money problem at the heart of AI’s biggest deals
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This is an interesting development in the AI landscape! The joint venture between SoftBank and OpenAI could bring some exciting innovations to the enterprise sector in Japan. It will be intriguing to see how this partnership evolves and what impact it has on the industry.
Absolutely, it’s a significant move that could reshape the AI market in Japan. I’m curious to see how this partnership will influence local startups and innovation in the region as well.