"OpenAI Expands to Japan with Tokyo Office and GPT-4 Model Launch"

OpenAI, backed by Microsoft, has opened its first Asia office in Tokyo, aiming to tap into Japan's demand for AI technology. The startup, known for its ChatGPT generative AI chatbot, is seeking new sources of revenue globally and has a custom model optimized for the Japanese language. With a focus on building partnerships with Japanese government, businesses, and research institutions, OpenAI is looking to capitalize on Japan's interest in AI to compete with China, drive digital services, and address labor shortages.