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AntAI: Revolutionizing Tasks with AI

On March 31, 2026, AntAI Inc. was co-founded by Takuya Ishikawa, a serial entrepreneur, and Beyondge, specializing exclusively in AI agent development. AntAI inherits a mission to 'End tasks with AI'—a commitment that positions AI as a liberator, enabling people to focus more on creative endeavors rather than mundane tasks.

Background of AntAI

The global focus on autonomous AI agents capable of executing and deciding tasks has surged alongside the rapid advancement of generative AI technologies. According to projections, the global AI agent market is expected to burgeon from approximately $8.29 billion in 2025 to about $12.06 billion in 2026, with a staggering growth rate of around 45.5%. By 2030, this market could exceed $50 billion.

In Japan, the momentum of AI integration is accelerating across various sectors including manufacturing, logistics, finance, healthcare, dining, and hospitality. A growing demand for industry-specific AI agents that integrate seamlessly into existing business processes is evident. However, the design, development, and implementation of AI agents require specialized technical knowledge and unique domain expertise—resources currently in short supply.

Given this market landscape, the decision to establish AntAI was driven by the combined expertise derived from Beyondge's consulting and technology support along with Ishikawa’s expertise in AI agent development and execution.

Mission, Vision, and Values of AntAI

AntAI operates on a core set of mission, vision, and values:

• - Mission: Embed AI into every detail to free humans from routine tasks. AI will handle what humans do not need to, creating time for more creative endeavors.
• - Vision: Create an optimized economic zone through extensive collaboration among numerous small AI units instead of relying on a single large AI system.
• - Values: 1) AI must be present in all details; 2) Incremental victories lead to substantial change; 3) Always seek AI solutions before human intervention.

Core Business of AntAI

AntAI’s enterprise focus encompasses three principal areas:

1. AI Implementation Consulting: This involves designing strategies for AI agent implementation, detailing requirements, engineering, developing, and providing operational support to foster an autonomous team capable of optimizing AI applications.
2. Development and Deployment of Industry-Specific AI Agents: AntAI crafts and packages AI agents tailored for specific industries like manufacturing, logistics, finance, healthcare, and beyond, ensuring deep understanding of industry regulations and workflows for high impact and swift value delivery.
3. Micro AI Agent Development and Deployment: By listening to niche yet profound needs within companies, AntAI develops compact AI agents that can be implemented at granular business levels, thereby facilitating continuous improvement and value generation.

Leadership Comments

Takuya Ishikawa, CEO of AntAI

"AI agents differ fundamentally from traditional AI tools. Rather than waiting for human instructions, they think, decide, and act autonomously. This has the potential to radically transform business across all industries. At AntAI, we will utilize expertise from the Beyondge group, coupled with a profound engagement in each sector, to design and implement AI agents that redefine industry standards."

Takunori Nogami, CEO of Beyondge

"Ishikawa is someone who has demonstrated the courage to drive businesses from scratch as a serial entrepreneur. When he decided to tackle AI agents seriously, I believed this was a genuine opportunity. Our involvement in his endeavor was a natural choice, driven by the desire to support his challenge. I genuinely hope that AntAI will accelerate AI utilization in Japan."

About AntAI Inc.

• - Company Name: AntAI Inc.
• - CEO: Takuya Ishikawa
• - Headquarters: 1-10-8 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo, 2F-C, Shibuya Dogenzaka Tokyu Building
• - Website: ant-ai.co.jp
• - Business Focus: AI implementation consulting, development, and deployment of AI agents.

About Beyondge Inc.

Beyondge is an innovation studio committed to fostering and supporting startups while also helping large enterprises enhance growth through various domains including business, recruiting, investing, M&A, and technology.

• - Company Name: Beyondge Inc.
• - CEO: Takunori Nogami
• - Website: beyondge.com
• - Location: 1-1-3 Shibuya, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, Ami Hall
• - Business Focus: Creation and growth of startups along with growth hacking for large enterprises.