Initiatives To Boost AI And Metaverse Business In Japan

1. Introduction

In an effort to increase artificial intelligence ("AI") and Metaverse business in Japan, the government has enacted new legislation and established various supporting guidelines in recent years. In particular, the government issued, and continues to update, guidelines focusing on private businesses utilising big data and developing AI to clarify and analyse legal and ethical issues. In addition, the government has issued specialised reports for Metaverse business. Furthermore, the government is considering ways to strengthen regulations regarding competition policy.

2. The Legal Situation Surrounding AI

1 The law and regulation governing AI in Japan

The main principles and guidelines relating to AI published so far by public authorities in Japan are as follows: