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Local AI Seminar 'AX Frontline' Scheduled for September 4th

On September 4th, 2026, a significant seminar named 'AX Frontline' will take place, hosted by WideTech, in collaboration with Rakuten Group and CyberAgent. This free event, conducted both in-person and online through Zoom, aims to share invaluable insights regarding the implementation and operation of Local AI, especially focusing on secure data handling for businesses.

As artificial intelligence applications grow rapidly in industries, concerns over data security have emerged as a major hurdle for companies wishing to adopt AI solutions. The risk of sensitive information, such as customer data and call content, being sent to external AI services has made businesses cautious. To address these concerns, WideTech is implementing Local AI, which processes data internally without transferring it to external systems. This strategy not only ensures security but has also enabled the company to develop new features for its cloud calling service 'Widefone,' such as call transcription and summarization, in just one month from requirement definition to deployment.

Background on Local AI

Local AI refers to artificial intelligence systems that operate within the confines of a company's own infrastructure. By utilizing Local AI, businesses can manage their valuable data without exposing it to the vulnerabilities associated with cloud computing. The seminar will highlight how this internal processing model can foster innovation while maintaining a high degree of security.

Program Overview

The seminar's agenda includes three primary sessions:
1. Rakuten Group: AI Utilization and Future Directions (17:00 – 17:40)
- This segment features a presentation from a senior executive at Rakuten who will share insights into the current applications of AI within the company. The discussion will cover how they empower users and partners within the Rakuten ecosystem, creating a competitive advantage.

2. CyberAgent: Development and Application of AI (17:40 – 18:20)
- A representative from CyberAgent will explore the company's AI development initiatives, showcasing successful internal case studies and how they offer AI solutions to other businesses.

3. WideTech: Realities of AI Implementation in Development (18:20 – 19:00)
- This session will be presented by WideTech's development team. They will share their journey of swiftly transitioning from traditional methods to an AI-led development approach, discussing the challenges faced and how they implemented Local AI to enhance both speed and quality in development, including their recent AI feature for call transcription.

Event Details

• - Date: September 4, 2026
• - Time: 17:00 - 19:00
• - Location: WideTech Headquarters, 1st Meeting Room, Ikebukuro Building, 2-11-2 Iwamotocho, Chiyoda, Tokyo (and online via Zoom)
• - Cost: Free
• - Organizer: WideTech
• - Registration Link: Seminar Details and Registration

About Widefone

Widefone is a cutting-edge cloud phone service that allows users to make and receive calls using their company’s fixed phone numbers on smartphones. They offer flexible pricing starting at 1,300 yen per month, covering 56 area codes throughout Japan. With innovations like the Local AI-driven call transcription and summarization functionalities, Widefone is committed to enhancing its security-focused AI offerings.

Company Background

Company Name: WideTech Inc.
Headquarters: 2-11-2 Iwamotocho, Chiyoda, Tokyo
Business Focus: Development and provision of cloud phone service 'Widefone' and more.
Website: WideTech Website