OpenAI Opens Tokyo Office, Launches Faster, Cheaper GPT-4 Model, Taps Nagasaki as Head

Apr 15, 2024, 07:25 AM

OpenAI has expanded its global presence by opening its first office in Asia, located in Tokyo, Japan. This strategic move is accompanied by the release of a GPT-4 custom model specifically optimized for the Japanese language, which is 3x faster and cheaper than previous versions. The initiative aims to cater to the growing demand for AI technology in Japan, where OpenAI currently has 2 million weekly active users, and strengthen collaboration with local businesses and government entities. OpenAI's new office marks a significant step in its commitment to the region, leveraging Japan's favorable AI development environment and its fair use laws for AI training. The company has appointed Tadao Nagasaki, a former Amazon Web Services executive, to lead its operations in Japan.