Japan bets ¥632 billion to propel startup Rapidus into global AI chip race

Tomas Kauer - News Writer and Moderator

Apr 12, 2026 - 15:01

Japan bets ¥632 billion to propel startup Rapidus into global AI chip race

The move ramps up financial support for a signature project widely regarded as a long shot.

Tomas Kauer - News Writer and Moderator

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