xMap Expands Its Generative AI Location Intelligence Platform Globally

xMap, founded in December 2023, is poised to revolutionize the landscape of location intelligence through its generative AI technologies. The Tokyo-based startup has recently announced plans to expand the availability of its innovative platform across multiple countries. With a mission to enhance the decision-making capabilities of businesses and government entities, xMap offers cutting-edge solutions tailored specifically for location intelligence.

The company, led by CEO Ayman Imam Ahmad Ibrahim, boasts a founding team composed of experts from prestigious backgrounds such as the University of Tokyo, Woven by Toyota, and Mercari. This unique blend of academic research and commercial product development allows xMap to create robust AI solutions that are both practical and pioneering. Their technology is protected by patents in core areas such as generative AI, agent-based AI, and spatial AI, giving xMap a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Currently, xMap serves major companies and government agencies across Japan, the United States, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The firm has successfully signed commercial contracts that highlight the increasing demand for location intelligence in various sectors, including retail, mobility, and real estate.

Upcoming Event: Demonstrating the Future of Decision-Making

On February 6, 2026, xMap will showcase its platform at the CIC Tokyo, providing attendees with a firsthand experience of its capabilities. The event will start at 5 PM and feature a panel discussion with industry leaders including executives from Rakuten Symphony, discussing how generative AI is transforming decision-making processes related to location intelligence.

The panel will focus on the theme: How AI is Transforming Retail, Mobility, and Real Estate Decision-Making in Japan. This discussion will feature notable speakers such as:

- Mo Batran (CEO of xMap)
- Xinmei Cai (Engineering Director, Google Maps)
- Ahmad Farid (Vice President of AI-nization, Rakuten Symphony)
- S Guruprasad (Vice President of Country Strategy, Rakuten Symphony)

Participants can also look forward to case studies showcasing the effectiveness of generative AI in planning mobile shop locations and other asset positioning strategies, validated through collaboration with Rakuten Symphony.

Event Details:

- Date: February 6, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Doors open at 4:30 PM)
- Location: CIC Tokyo, 15th Floor, Toranomon Hills Business Tower, 1-17-1 Toranomon, Minato City, Tokyo
- Online Participation: Zoom available (registration required)
- Organizer: xMap, CIC Japan, among others

Registration Information

Interested individuals can sign up for the event using the following link. Participants have the choice of attending in person or virtually:
Event Registration

This initiative is part of Tokyo's Be Smart Tokyo project, which promotes the implementation of smart services designed to improve the quality of life for residents through innovative technology solutions.

About the Be Smart Tokyo Project

The Be Smart Tokyo initiative by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government aims to create a convenient and pleasant urban environment through the application of advanced technologies. By fostering collaboration between dynamic startups and various local areas, the project seeks to develop new services that enhance the lives of Tokyo's citizens rapidly. More information can be found on the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's project page: Be Smart Tokyo.