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IU and INFINIT8 Collaborate to Establish GIPI

On a significant day for the innovation community, IU (Information Management and Innovation Professional University) and INFINIT8 Inc. have officially announced their collaboration in founding the Global IP Institute (GIPI). This research facility aims to combine IU's academic prowess with industry expertise to advance the international reach of Japanese intellectual property (IP).

What is GIPI?

GIPI is set to become a pivotal hub for global IP research in Japan. Its mission revolves around the accumulation and dissemination of practical knowledge aimed at facilitating the expansion and utilization of IP originating from Japan in the worldwide marketplace. The institute plans to serve as a reservoir of information pertaining to global IP, including data collection, investigative journalism, and event information.

The official website for GIPI is scheduled for launch on July 18, 2025. Stakeholders and enthusiasts are encouraged to bookmark the site as a source of ongoing information and insights.

Research Focus Areas

GIPI’s research will encompass a wide array of IP-related fields, such as:

• - Anime
• - Games
• - Manga
• - Music
• - Film
• - Design
• - Sports
• - E-Sports
• - Technology

Through methodologies including case studies, quantitative analysis, field research, and international comparative studies, GIPI seeks to establish a comprehensive framework for tackling the global IP business challenge.

Key Features

GIPI's operational structure is uniquely designed for rapid feedback on contemporary business knowledge, facilitated through a collaborative industry-academia model. The institute will provide findings in both Japanese and English, enabling wider accessibility and comprehension.

An open innovation format will welcome participation from students, researchers, and corporations, thus nurturing a collaborative environment for idea exchange and development.

Core Objectives

GIPI's goals are multi-faceted:

• - Establish Best Practices: Develop models for international expansion of Japan-originated IP.
• - Foster Talent Development: Produce professionals adept at leading global IP ventures.
• - Policy Recommendations: Offer evidence-based proposals to government entities and industry organizations.
• - Industrial Activation: Support the emergence of new business ventures through effective IP utilization across startups and large corporations alike.

Implementation Plans

GIPI’s strategy aims to create a thriving ecosystem that bridges universities, businesses, and government entities, forming a robust IP business community. This initiative is anticipated to generate substantial economic impacts, including potential revenue streams from licensing, mergers, acquisitions, and investments, reaching hundreds of billions of yen yearly.

Furthermore, the institute intends to amplify Japan’s cultural and economic influence by enhancing the value of its creative industries while solving social issues through innovative IP utilization models.

Projected Activities and Public Disclosure Timeline

The institute has laid out a series of planned efforts, accompanied by a timeline for information release:

• - Information Archive: Establish a domestic and international IP case studies and market data database, with a launch set for September 2025.
• - Key Person Interviews: Engage leaders in finance, law, and marketing for interviews, disseminated periodically.
• - Events: Host the GIPI Forum biannually along with monthly workshops, with the inaugural forum scheduled for December 2025.
• - White Paper Creation: Release the 'Global IP Business White Paper 2026' by March 2026.

Insights from Leadership

Professor Ichiya Nakamura, President of IU, expressed his enthusiasm about the potential of Japanese content and technology. He envisions GIPI as a platform to unlock this potential for the global market while enriching students' learning experiences through real-world business involvement.

Hirokazu Kobayashi, CEO of INFINIT8, emphasized the company’s commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to support people passionate about IP. Through GIPI, INFINIT8 aims to disseminate valuable insights gained from their involvement in cutting-edge IP sectors.

Professor Taro Matsumura, Chief Researcher at GIPI, shared his extensive experience in tracking business trends through academia and journalism. He aims to create a cycle of discovery, analysis, and implementation that highlights the current and future landscape of IP, ensuring practical solutions and talent development are delivered to society.

About INFINIT8

This startup was established in 2023 and is located in Shibuya, Tokyo. INFINIT8’s mission is to increase the happiness generated by IP in society and will play a crucial role in accumulating and analyzing knowledge in cutting-edge IP business areas as a co-founder of GIPI.
Official site: INFINIT8

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact:
IU Information Management and Innovation Professional University MID: Media Innovation Design Lab (GIPI Secretariat - Prof. Taro Matsumura)
Email: [email protected]
URL: GIPI