Changes in the Business Environment Driven by the Advancement of Generative AI
First written in FY2026. 1 of 2 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: 2026-08-10.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2024: 1 of 6 companies on the "Worse" side.
4 other companies' latest entry also says "Restated".
- 2026-08-10RestatedEarnings
「In addition, the rapid advancement of digital technologies, including AI, is significantly changing how content is produced, distributed and consumed. Transforming traditional business models and responding flexibly to increasingly diverse fan needs have become important management challenges.」
Reiterated the changes in content production, distribution and consumption arising from advances in digital technologies, including generative AI, as a challenge in the business environment. - FY2026First statedAnnual report
「Generative AI technology has advanced rapidly in recent years, and technologies that automatically generate content such as music, video, illustrations and text are becoming widespread. This may significantly affect the business environment in areas including the Group’s artist support, IP business, fan engagement and digital marketing, giving rise to the following potential risks:」
The Group has newly identified as standalone business risks copyright infringement by generative AI, the mass distribution of similar content, rights-management and reputational risks arising from fan-created derivative works, reduced competitive advantage from automated production and marketing, and business restrictions resulting from legislation and guidelines.