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SoftBank Launches AI Defense Against Cyber Attacks
24 Jun
Summary
- SoftBank Group introduced a new AI-powered cybersecurity product.
- The service aims to protect critical Japanese infrastructure.
- SoftBank has committed $64.6 billion in investment to OpenAI.
Japan's SoftBank Group has unveiled a new cybersecurity product designed to counter breaches facilitated by artificial intelligence. This 'Patching as a Service' offering will be available in Japan, stemming from a joint venture established last November between SoftBank Corp and OpenAI.
The launch signifies a deepening collaboration between SoftBank and OpenAI, who have been developing AI system integration services for Japanese businesses. This move addresses growing concerns regarding the security risks associated with advanced AI capabilities.
SoftBank founder and CEO Masayoshi Son emphasized the goal of creating a system to defend Japan's critical infrastructure, viewing the utilization of OpenAI's technology as an obligation. SoftBank Group is a major investor in OpenAI, with a cumulative committed investment reaching $64.6 billion by the end of 2026.
Currently, approximately 50 individuals are working on the product rollout, with plans to increase this number to around 1,000. This expansion highlights the significant resources SoftBank is dedicating to this new AI security venture.
