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The transcript discusses the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in Rakuten's business strategy, emphasizing the importance of efficient AI utilization. It compares AI's impact on e-commerce, highlighting Rakuten's development of its own search capabilities. The transcript differentiates between strong and weak AI, noting Rakuten's focus on specialized AI. It also covers Rakuten's AI development, including partnerships with OpenAI, and addresses AI's energy consumption, with plans to reduce electricity use. Finally, it touches on semiconductor partnerships and Rakuten's platform-agnostic approach.

Why is artificial intelligence considered important for businesses like Rakuten?

What are the two types of AI mentioned in the text, and how do they differ?

What is the significance of the strategic cooperation between Rakuten and Open AI?

In what ways does Rakuten utilize AI for different types of inquiries?

How does Rakuten plan to reduce its electricity consumption by 2025?