JAPAN BIZ: Labor-scarce Japan counts on AI-powered robots in broad industries

As Japan faces a severe labor shortage in many sectors such as healthcare and manufacturing, more companies are counting on artificial intelligence-driven robots, paving the way for them to play a greater role in the workplace.The Japanese government has set a target of introducing 10 million AI-powered robots by 2040 to deal with the labor shortage caused by the country's aging and shrinking population.In August, AI startup Zeals Co. unveiled its D1 wheeled humanoid robot at a launch event in Tokyo. The 129-centimeter-tall robot for indoor use is equipped with a camera that allows it to co…READ FULL ARTICLE