Fujitsu and Dai-ichi Life Group Start Joint Research on Quantum Tech for Asset Management

Fujitsu and Dai-ichi Life Group will collaborate to apply quantum technology to the insurance sector, specifically focusing on advancing asset management operations. The joint research, running from April 2026 to March 2027, addresses practical challenges at Dai-ichi Life Insurance. It aims to design and develop quantum algorithms capable of optimizing investment ratios across various asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, and alternative assets, while balancing risk, return, and liability characteristics. The project will involve performance verification using quantum simulators, including Fujitsu's 1,024-node simulator, and actual quantum computers. By evaluating complex conditions, such as regulatory requirements and investment constraints, under vast economic scenarios, the partners seek to find optimal asset allocation strategies. Dai-ichi Life manages assets worth around 30 trillion yen, meaning even a 1bp improvement in portfolio returns could yield a 3 billion yen boost.