Japan plans to purchase Nvidia Rubin chips as part of the Noetra initiative to develop an AI system for robots.
The Japanese government announced the move on July 16, 2026. The Noetra initiative aims to support domestic technology development.
Officials described the effort as one in a series of steps to reduce dependence on foreign technology. The plan also seeks to strengthen national security.
No specific timeline or purchase volume was disclosed in the announcement.
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