GMO Internet Group and GMO Internet to Sponsor the 40th Annual Conference of the Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence (JSAI2026)

GMO Internet Group, Inc. (Representative: Masatoshi Kumagai) and GMO Internet, Inc. (Representative: Masashi Ito) announced their role as presenting sponsors for the 40th Annual Conference of the Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence (JSAI2026), taking place from June 8 to June 12, 2026, at G-Messe Gunma and online.

With the spread of generative AI and the advancement of physical AI, the importance of implementing AI research results into society and industry is increasing. To further develop AI research and technology originating in Japan, it is crucial for academia and industry to engage in continuous dialogue and collaboration, fostering opportunities for social implementation and the cultivation of next-generation AI talent.

Through this sponsorship, the GMO Internet Group aims to contribute to the development of the AI research community and deepen dialogues with researchers, students, and companies. Furthermore, by providing AI computing infrastructure such as 'GMO GPU Cloud,' the group will promote initiatives toward the social implementation of AI and robotics.

JSAI2026 is one of the largest academic events in Japan. The group views this as a vital opportunity to build relationships with the next generation of AI talent. The booth will feature daily rotating themes, including EC/media, physical AI, security, and payments/finance, alongside sessions featuring industry experts like Yu Yamaguchi from TURING, Inc. Additionally, the group will present research on AI applications and humanoid robotics, showcasing its current progress in both research and business operations.