Generative AI Service 'Stella AI for Biz' Certified for 2026 Digitalization & AI Introduction Subsidy

SUPERNOVA Inc., a developer of generative AI services, announced that its enterprise-grade AI platform 'Stella AI for Biz' has been certified as a qualified IT tool for the 'Digitalization & AI Introduction Subsidy 2026' (formerly the IT Introduction Subsidy), managed by the SME Support Japan under the supervision of the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency.

This subsidy program supports SMEs and small businesses by covering a portion of the expenses required to adopt IT tools tailored to their needs, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and digital transformation (DX). The 2026 program places a stronger emphasis on supporting the adoption of digital technologies, particularly generative AI.

Subsidy Overview (Normal Category) - Target: SMEs and small businesses - Subsidy Rate: Up to 1/2 (Up to 2/3 under specific wage conditions) - Amount: Between 50,000 JPY and 4.5 million JPY - Next Deadline: June 15, 2026 (2nd application round)

'Stella AI for Biz' features seamless integration with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, automated meeting minutes with 99.3% accuracy, RAG capabilities for referencing internal data, and robust security—including data storage in Japanese data centers and a policy against using customer data for AI training. This certification enables SMEs to implement state-of-the-art AI technology while significantly minimizing initial investment costs.