General Manager,
Commodity Trading & Risk Management Div.
Corporate Development Business Unit, MITSUI & CO., LTD
CEO, Mitsui & Co. Digital Commodities Ltd.
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Panel：The day when "AI x Finance/Insurance from Japan" will go global
With the emergence of next-generation technologies such as generative AI and web3, finance/insurance DX is about to enter a new stage. Will Japanese-style innovation, which aims to balance growth with risk management and governance through close cooperation between government, government and the private sector, be accepted worldwide? We will explore its possibilities and challenges.
Business growth in financial services using Design Driven® - Using design for AI products, CX improvement, and marketing growth powered by FAKEpowered by FAKE
At a time when the financial services industry, including AI, is seeking a new future, there is a growing need for design-driven® methods that define the ideal state through rapid prototyping and user interviews. Even in the financial industry, which has many related departments, the speed of decision-making can be dramatically improved through the creation of prototypes. In addition, even in situations where there are many constraints and the user experience tends to be complex, it is possible to understand user needs and provide an easy-to-understand experience by incorporating user interviews.
In this seminar, we will introduce how to use Design Driven® using three case studies: exploring AI products, improving CX to improve NPS, and marketing growth.
The Implementation of Generative AI in Financial Services: Moving Towards Practical Results powered by AWS
Generative AI in the financial services industry is moving from the verification phase to the actual operation stage, and is entering a phase where business impact is generated by scaling. We believe that an increasing number of financial institutions are trying to transform the way employees work and lead customer service to a new level through diverse initiatives and ingenuity. I would like to discuss and share how far the positioning of generative AI has evolved over the past year and where it is headed.
Solo speech：GenerativeX
FSA Panel：The future of finance opened up by generative AI
The Future of Co-Creation with External Companies: Mitsubishi UFJ Bank's BaaS Strategy powered by MUFG BANK, Ltd.
MUFG BANK, Ltd. has launched the new service "& BANK, and started white label "Money Canvas." In this session, MUFG BANK, Ltd. and its partner companies will discuss the objectives and long-term vision of this initiative in a panel discussion format.
Fireside chat：The Convergence of Insurance and AI: Implementation Strategies to Address Social Challenges
A dialogue will be held between an insurance provider committed to fostering socio-economic progress and an AI solution/SaaS enterprise focused on delivering sustained value through bespoke technological applications, to explore AI implementation strategies for addressing societal challenges.
Demo Stage：ServiceNow：Unlock Full Potential of Japan - Bringing AI to Every Corner of Organization
Japanese financial institutions and other organizations have been providing high-quality products and services, which has traditionally been a strength of Japan, was supported by a large workforce. And how will the individual business processes and customer/employee experiences that FinTech has been optimizing over the past 10 years be further scaled up to overall optimization by using generative AI and AI agents? - Introducing ServiceNow’s AI Platform for Business Transformation in this symposium.
Demo Stage：Snowflake
Demo Stage：xID：Are My Number Cards Just for eKYC? ーThe Next Step to Accelerate Financial DXー
The use of the My Number Card by banks is not limited to eKYC. In this session, we will present new possibilities of utilizing the My Number Card from the viewpoint of financial DX, and will approach the essence of financial DX, which is more than just complying with laws and regulations and cost reduction.
The Future of Tokenization: Expanding Opportunities in 2025 powered by Ginco
As tokenization gains momentum, what new opportunities will emerge for financial and non-financial businesses? This session features Saito from Progmat, leading the charge in stablecoins and RWA, and Nakamura from Mercari NFT, which has made a strong market debut. Together, they will explore how tokenization platforms are evolving and discuss the expanding business landscape in 2025.
Lecture：Microsoft's AI Agent: Revolutionizing the Financial Sector
In this session, we will provide an overview of Microsoft's latest technologies, focusing on AI agents. We will then demonstrate the potential for innovation in the financial sector using these cutting-edge technologies and introduce advanced cases currently being implemented by financial institutions in Japan. Finally, we will guide you through the platforms and tools provided by Microsoft that can be utilized by financial institutions to drive transformation using AI agents in the future.
AI & Data Utilization in the Asset Management Industry with Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Asset Management and Snowflake powered by Snowflake
This session explores the latest trends in AI and data utilization in the asset management industry, focusing on building analytical infrastructure, in-house development, talent development, and the new possibilities for data analysis enabled by Snowflake. We will dive deep into Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Asset Management’s real-world initiatives and experiences.
FSA Panel：Entertainment × Finance
The Future of Digital Finance Pioneered by Mitsui & Co. in Collaboration with Partners
～ New Digital Financial Businesses Driven by the Partnership between Advanced FinTech Companies and Mitsui & Co. ～
powered by Mitsui & Co.
Despite being a general trading company, Mitsui & Co. identified the potential in combining finance and digital technology over a decade ago and has since advanced numerous collaborations with fintech companies possessing cutting-edge digital expertise. In this session, we will host the CEOs of LayerX Inc., which works with us on digital securities and generative AI/LLM technologies, and Digital Asset Markets Inc., our partner in cryptoasset-related businesses. They will share their experiences, the secrets to achieving tangible results, and their outlook for the future.
Panel：Aiming for the social implementation of AI that leads to changes in thinking and behavior 〜Demonstrating humanity is the key
Outline: The emergence and rapid evolution of generative AI is about to have a major impact on everything from corporate activities to people's lives. We tend to be distracted by the impact of technology, but in order for companies to increase sales and profits and for people's lives to become richer, it is important to implement AI in society in a way that demonstrates humanity, which leads to changes in people's thinking patterns and behavior.
Panel：The Advent of Cybersecurity Threats from Quantum Computing
The day when quantum computers become practically usable is approaching. While this is a major innovation, concerns are rising over their potential misuse for hacking. In response to this cybersecurity threat, Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) released a report last November advocating for banks to transition to quantum-resistant cryptography. This issue, recognized as an urgent challenge for financial institutions, will be discussed with keynote speakers, including a video message from Minister of Digital Affairs Taro Hira and a presentation by Yashiki, Director-General of the FSA’s Policy Coordination Bureau.
Current status of generative AI in the insurance industry and future prospects with AI Agents
powered by Microsoft Japan Co., Ltd.
In this session, we will introduce the current status of the use of generative AI in insurance companies in the form of a panel discussion with insurance companies and related partner company. We will also explore the future prospects for the use of AI agents in insurance companies.
Panel：Web3, the path to a national strategy that should be taken now
In April 2024, the government and the ruking LDP announced the "web3 White Paper," and the creation of a world-leading web3 business environment in Japan that is safe and secure but also allows for innovation has begun. However, with the birth of the Trump administration in the U.S., which strongly promotes pro-crypto assets, web3 is showing signs of evolving and developing even further. We will calmly and passionately discuss what the national web3 strategy that Japan should take now.
Cybersecutity Measures for Crypto in the United States
By engaging with the latest discussions on cybersecurity challenges and strategies for crypto in the U.S., Japanese industry stakeholders can gain valuable insights into the evolving threat landscape - reinforcing the urgency of robust cybersecurity measures to drive sustainable growth and innovation in the crypto sector of Japan.
Strengthening Cybersecurity in Japan's Crypto Industry powered by BGIN
By reinforcing the urgency of strengthening cybersecurity measures, Japanese insdustry stakeholders can better grasp the critical role of proactive vulnerability and threat intelligence sharing. This awareness will drive greater industry-wide collaboration through JP-CryptoISAC, fostering a more resilient and secure ecosystem for the future of Japan's crypto industry.
Solo speech：Keys to solving Japan's problems - DX, AI, Blockchain –
