The Japanese government has unveiled an ambitious national robot strategy, targeting the deployment of around 10 million robots across 18 sectors, such as healthcare and food manufacturing, by the year 2040. This initiative, announced recently, aims to tackle labor shortages and boost productivity through the integration of advanced AI technology. The strategy also emphasizes the importance of international collaborations to facilitate both the development and deployment of these robotic systems.
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Original from leaderobot.com: Japan Unveils National Robot Strategy: 10 Million Robots by 2040 for Care and Food Manufacturing
Japan Unveils National Robot Strategy: 10 Million Robots by 2040 for Care and Food Manufacturing
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