Ubitus has been selected to receive a major grant from Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), paving the way for a JPY 17 billion investment to develop cutting-edge AI GPU infrastructure in the country. The project aims to establish Japan’s most advanced AI computing center, strengthening the nation’s capabilities in artificial intelligence research and development. The grant underscores METI’s broader strategy to boost domestic AI infrastructure and reduce reliance on foreign data centers, particularly as demand for high-performance computing grows across industries such as healthcare, automotive, and robotics. Ubitus, a leading provider of AI infrastructure solutions, will leverage the funding to deploy a large-scale GPU cluster optimized for training and deploying large language models and other advanced AI systems. The new facility is expected to serve a wide range of clients, including Japanese tech startups, research institutions, and multinational corporations operating in Japan. By building local AI capacity, the initiative aims to accelerate innovation while enhancing data sovereignty and security. Ubitus emphasized that the project aligns with Japan’s national goals for technological self-reliance and economic resilience. The company also plans to collaborate with universities and government agencies to support talent development and drive AI adoption across sectors. This investment marks a significant milestone in Japan’s push to become a global leader in AI infrastructure, positioning the country to better compete in the rapidly evolving global AI landscape.