TDK and Taiyo Yuden formally announced a partnership focused on AI applications. The companies are expected to strengthen product development and supply capabilities in the AI field, with China’s influence cited as a factor behind the partnership.
TDK and Taiyo Yuden announced that they will begin collaborating on AI applications. The companies have indicated that they plan to promote the provision of products incorporating AI capabilities through the joint development of AI-related materials, components and solutions.
The article does not provide details on the specific technology areas or product lines, but is said to envisage strengthening the supply chains for hardware and materials used in AI inference and training.
The article cites an expert view that “developments in China may be influencing the situation,” suggesting that the collaboration may be driven by intensifying competition in the AI field.