Japan to launch U.S.-inspired defense R&D center with eye on AI

Initiative taps private sector for projects like autonomous driving in dark

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The new research and development center will work to develop more sensitive methods for detecting submarines. © Reuters

SHINNOSUKE NAGATOMI, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan's Defense Ministry plans to set up a technology research center this fall to develop applications for innovations such as artificial intelligence, aiming to encourage cooperation with the private sector like that seen in the U.S.

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