TechCrunch is bringing its Startup Battlefield to Tokyo for SusHi Tech 2026, a conference focusing on AI, Robotics, Resilience, and Entertainment.
Why it matters
This event highlights the growing global focus on AI and robotics as key drivers of technological advancement and societal change. By bringing the Startup Battlefield to Tokyo, TechCrunch is providing a platform for emerging AI and robotics companies to showcase their innovations, potentially leading to significant investments and partnerships that will shape the future of these industries.
A big tech conference in Tokyo will host a competition for new AI and robot companies. It shows how important AI and robots are becoming for future technology and entertainment.
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