CROSS Business Producers Launches New AI Research Team for Innovative Development

Introduction

CROSS Business Producers Inc., headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has announced the formation of a new AI Research and Development Team, effective April 1, 2026. This initiative marks a significant step in advancing their flagship AI-based product, CROSS Graph, which has been designed to assist businesses and organizations in structuring knowledge and making strategic decisions. By gathering renowned global product developers, the company aims to accelerate the technology enhancements of CROSS Graph and its market deployment based on client needs.

Background for Team Establishment

Since the launch of CROSS Graph at the end of last year, which aimed at empowering organizations to structure their knowledge and make informed strategic choices, it has become evident that the rapidly evolving AI landscape necessitates a specialized team. The new team will blend international experience from AI developers and sociologists specializing in human-machine collaboration, ensuring that the company swiftly incorporates the latest AI innovations into the architecture of their offerings.

Role of the New Team

The mission of the team is to transform CROSS Graph into the world’s most reliable and intelligent AI framework for discussing the future. By delivering the value of “optimal decision-making through AI” to companies, organizations, and individuals, the team is committed to enhancing the quality and speed of decision-making processes. Core responsibilities will include the following:

- Research and Development for Advanced Technology: Conducting research and testing on state-of-the-art AI technologies to prepare for their integration into the product.

- Defining AI Personality: Exploring how AI can harmoniously coexist with humans, focusing on the design of user experience (UX) suitable for this collaboration.

- Development of AI Avatars: Creating avatar-type future AI models that embody the above-mentioned technologies.

- Legal and Ethical Research: Considering algorithms and implementation scenarios informed by international trends and human culture.

- Participation in the International Consortium “Frontria”: Managing working groups based on the company’s vision and objectives.

Future Developments and Call for Collaboration

Looking ahead, CROSS Business Producers will open a call for collaborative partners and technology developers who align with this mission, starting April 2, 2026. The collaboration aims to enhance research and development efforts by inviting contributions from individuals and companies interested in advancing AI technology.

CEO’s Statement

Kotoba Miki, the Representative Director, expressed, “CROSS Graph, developed under our long-standing mission of ‘Creating the Future,’ is designed to support individual decision-making based on accurate knowledge. As the pace of change in the world accelerates, we eagerly look forward to collaborating with everyone to deliver valuable products.”

About CROSS Business Producers Inc.

Established in October 2011, CROSS Business Producers aims to deliver value to society through business development by harnessing insights from future predictions. Their core philosophy revolves around the notion of Future Drawing©, aiding businesses in navigating changes in the market. Notably, they have collaborated with the Institute for the Future (IFTF) in the U.S. to provide strategic recommendations and conduct field surveys. Recognition for their innovative approach includes accolades such as the APAC Entrepreneur award for ‘The Most Inspiring Japanese Entrepreneurs of 2021’ and the Wood Design Award. Additionally, they have launched the “Vision 2050” future forecast program, which operates alongside their subsidiary, Data Resource Inc., a veteran in providing global market intelligence.