AI is now evolving into AI agents that can think and act autonomously. Beyond agentic AI lies the era of ASI, when AI will far surpass human intelligence. ASI must be more than high intelligence. It must support the evolution of humanity and operate in harmony with human reason and morality, helping to improve the lives of people everywhere. In that sense, we should understand ASI not simply as superintelligence with superior cognitive ability, but as a broader, more human-centered form of intelligence, guided by wisdom. Our aim is to become the No. 1 Platform Provider for this new era of ASI.

In 2010, to mark the 30th anniversary of our founding, we announced SoftBank’s Next 30-Year Vision. We envisioned a future in which computers could learn and think independently, and connect with robots. What we described at the time as a “brain computer” is precisely what is now called ASI. AI is evolving into intelligence that surpasses that of humans, and that intelligence is beginning to take physical form in robots and operate in the real world. The future we described in the Next 30-Year Vision is now becoming a reality before our eyes.

I do not believe ASI will replace humans. ASI is powerful—but it is a tool, a colleague, and a partner in our evolution. It will help us evolve in many areas. In education, it will serve as a tutor, enhancing each student’s learning experience. In research, it will become a diligent and capable assistant. In healthcare, it will support patients through treatment and offer guidance tailored to their individual needs. And when ASI connects to robots, it will become physical ASI—intelligence with a physical manifestation—an entity that moves, works, and acts autonomously in the real world. In dangerous environments, such as space, deep water, and disaster sites—and in physically challenging jobs—such as manufacturing, construction, and agriculture—these intelligent robots will help make our lives easier and advance humanity.

To bring this future to life, we need frontier AI models that generate intelligence in ASI; semiconductors that handle the enormous computing power required to run those models; AI infrastructure that integrates and operates those technologies; and robots that enable AI to work in the real world. We have prioritized these as our key focus areas and have made concerted efforts to establish leadership in each of them.

Some people say that AI may be a bubble. I disagree. The current evolution of AI resembles the early days of the internet. At that time, people also questioned whether it was merely a passing trend or overvalued. In the years that followed, tech companies grew significantly and reshaped the structure of industries around the world. The same thing is about to happen with AI. AI is not merely a single technology. It will transform every industry and dramatically expand human potential. Its significance may even surpass the impact of the internet and smartphones. That is why we must take on this challenge now. We are determined to stand at the center of that era, look ahead, and build toward the future.

For years, we have identified and invested in the core technologies of the Information Revolution as they have evolved with the times. Through our unique organizational strategy, the Cluster of No. 1 Strategy, we have generated synergies and grown a wide range of Group companies and investees. By securing our leadership position in our four key areas and continuing to nurture businesses and portfolio companies through our Cluster of No. 1 Strategy, we will work to increase our NAV (Net Asset Value).

Our overarching goal is not just to increase the value of our company. It is to realize our founding corporate philosophy, “Information Revolution—Happiness for everyone,” in an even greater form in the ASI era. If ASI is used in the right way, humanity will become more prosperous, freer, and happier. As we evolve into the No. 1 ASI Platform Provider, we will augment human intelligence and our ability to act, expanding what is possible for humanity. Bringing happiness to as many people as possible through this endeavor is the realization of our corporate philosophy: “Information Revolution—Happiness for everyone.”