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Japan has quickly embraced the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, and Microsoft Japan President Miki Tsusaka believes that the country has the potential to further accelerate its economy and tech sector. The pandemic has boosted Japan's digitalization efforts, allowing the country to catch up and make up for lost ground. Tsusaka highlights that AI has the power to fuel growth, especially in a country with an aging population and a shortage of skilled workers. Microsoft is particularly focused on helping to develop women's skills in the workforce and plans to invest $2.9 billion in AI data centers in Japan over the next two years. Tsusaka also emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity in AI implementation, stating that security is a prerequisite for utilizing AI effectively. She describes generative AI as a revolutionary technology surpassing previous technological advancements such as the internet and mobile phones.