The Dreams of the Leaders Driving Fujitsu's Technology and Their Expectations for 2024

Hello. This is Gakky from the PR note editorial department. There are only three days left this year.
"Tax" was chosen as the number one "Kanji of the Year"*1, but what were some memorable events for you in 2023?
For me, it was impressive that the keyword "AI" appeared in domestic and international news every single day without fail, making "AI" a very familiar part of our lives.

*1: 2023 "Kanji of the Year" Special Site | The Japan Kanji Aptitude Testing Foundation (kanken.or.jp)

For Fujitsu, it was a year where research and development of technologies supporting "Fujitsu Uvance*3" accelerated. This was achieved through the "Fujitsu Kozuchi (code name) - Fujitsu AI Platform," an AI platform that allows for the rapid testing of cutting-edge AI technologies like a magic mallet, enabling the global release of AI innovation components and AI core engines. Additionally, we co-developed a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer with RIKEN, and developed the "Fujitsu Hybrid Quantum Computing Platform," which allows for the integrated use of one of the world's largest*2 40-qubit quantum computer simulators. Under joint research with RIKEN, we began providing these to companies and research institutions, leading to a significant expansion of co-creation with various customers, universities, and partners to solve social issues.

*2 One of the world's largest: As of September 2023, according to Fujitsu research, this is one of the world's largest permanent dedicated machines using the State Vector method, which is a general-purpose quantum circuit simulation method.
*3 Fujitsu Uvance: A business model that takes on the challenge of customer business growth and solving social issues.

Regarding these key technologies, along with the dreams of the leaders driving them, I would like to introduce the technology strategy presented in the research strategy briefing held in October via video, as well as the Predictions (statements forecasting 2024) regarding AI, quantum computing, and converging technologies that were released internationally this December.

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

Technologies such as Explainable AI, Trustworthy AI, and Human Sensing

👦 Toshihiro Sonoda, Director of Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, Fujitsu Research
🎇 Dream: "To create a human-centric future where we can maximize the benefits of AI and coexist with AI safely and securely."

Computing (Computing)

Technologies such as supercomputers, HPC (High Performance Computing), and quantum computers

👦 Shintaro Sato, Director of Quantum Laboratory, Fujitsu Research
🎇 Dream: "To create a prosperous and sustainable future by realizing and utilizing the overwhelming computational power of quantum!"

👦 Kota Nakajima, Director of Computing Laboratory, Fujitsu Research
🎇 Dream: "By making the impossible possible through computing, I will realize humanity's uncharted technologies and shape a new 'future'."

Data & Security

Technologies such as blockchain, data trust, and digital identity

👦 Satoshi Imai, Director of Data & Security Laboratory, Fujitsu Research
🎇 Dream: "Turn ideas into reality! Create new experiences through technology!"

Converging Technologies

Technologies that fuse cutting-edge digital technology with insights from fields such as the humanities and social sciences

👦 Daiki Masumoto, Director of Converging Technologies Laboratory, Fujitsu Research
🎇 Dream: "To solve the environmental, economic, and social issues facing humanity through the fusion of digital technology and the humanities and social sciences."

Thank you to everyone who took an interest in and read the articles on the Fujitsu PR note that launched on November 22nd of this year (Fujitsu 'Iine!' Day), and to those who liked and followed us.
We look forward to sharing many more articles for you to enjoy next year.
Wishing you a happy New Year.
The Fujitsu PR note team