On February 27, 2026, Business Insider Japan published a video interview featuring Jad Tarifi, CEO & Co-founder of Integral AI.

In the interview, Jad discusses his decision to relocate to Japan after leading Google’s first generative AI team, and shares his perspective on why Japan’s robotics ecosystem will be essential in the development of next-generation AI.

The conversation covers the transition from large language models to a new class of foundation models often referred to as “world models,” the strategic importance of physical AI, and how collaboration between U.S. AI capabilities and Japan’s robotics industry could shape the global landscape.

Jad also addresses AI-related risks and introduces the concept of the “Alignment Economy,” a framework aimed at ensuring advanced AI systems remain aligned with collective human well-being.

The interview was hosted by Toru Nakamaru, Editor-in-Chief of Business Insider Japan’s video media “Insaida.”

The full interview is available here: