Japan’s take on AI and Cyber Security

AI Adoption Lagging in Japan
​This is interesting…

A new survey reveals a surprising split in Japanese corporate culture with technology adoption showing a cautious approach.

AI: Friend or Foe?
The survey, conducted by Reuters and Nikkei Research, found that only ¼ of Japanese companies have embraced Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their businesses with a  significant portion of around  41%, having no plans to use AI at all. 
This hesitance comes despite potential benefits like addressing worker shortages (cited by 60% of AI adopters) and streamlining operations (labour cost reduction was a goal for 53%). Concerns about employee displacement due to automation, a lack of technical expertise, and the cost of implementation are cited as hurdles to AI adoption.
Cybersecurity Concerns
The survey also highlights cybersecurity worries in Japanese corporations. 15% of respondents reported experiencing cyberattacks in the past year, raising concerns about data security and business continuity. Interestingly, nearly half (47%) of companies outsource their cybersecurity needs, while only 38% have in-house specialists… presumably the remainder do nothing.

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