Japan to deploy stronger AI safeguards as model capabilities advance

Artificial intelligenceNew rules expected to include stricter disclosure requirements for generative AIClaude Mythos is said to be much more capable at finding system weaknesses than previous AI models. (Photo by Yohei Fukai)TAJIO KOBAYASHIAugust 14, 2026 03:17 JSTTOKYO -- With artificial intelligence capabilities continuing to advance, the Japanese government is preparing to issue comprehensive measures aimed at promoting the rapidly developing technology while also guarding against misuse.Read NextArtificial intelligenceJapan's top IT firms aim to switch to AI-led development by 2030Business dealsTencent to become top shareholder of Manus in unwinding of Meta dealTechnologyKey Nvidia supplier Foxconn downplays rising competition in AI serversArtificial intelligenceMoonshot AI's CEO turne