BUILDING THE ASIA OF TOMORROW
BUILDING THE ASIA OF TOMORROW
01 Dec 2025
Richard Attias and Masayoshi Son discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence and Japan's role. Son believes nothing is stopping the progress of AGI and ASI, emphasizing the availability of funding, chips, and evolving models. He expresses concern about Japan's conservative approach to AI adoption. SoftBank is heavily invested in AI, partnering with major tech companies. Son envisions AI becoming incredibly intelligent and benevolent towards humans. He sees the biggest opportunities in the United States, but emphasizes that it is available worldwide to those who are aggressive and willing to take the opportunity. The discussion covers the difference between traditional robotics and physical AI embodied robotics. Son believes AI is not a bubble, citing its potential to substitute a significant portion of global GDP. He urges Japan to become more aggressive in its approach to AI.