Pebble Square Japan, Inc.
Business Characteristics
Energy-efficient and high-performance AI semiconductor chips for edge inference
High-performance, energy-efficient AI chip using in-memory computing (analog-PIM)
- Develops advanced PIM core technology and multicore neural networks
- Achieves high performance and low power consumption with in-memory computation without data movementOptimized for edge AI with neuromorphic architecture + high reliability
- Reliable neuromorphic AI with analog computing and NOR flash architecture
Case Studies
AI breaker
Prototype smart breaker conforming to Japanese specifications (electric current/voltage) with the capability to detect and interrupt arc fault signals
Objective: To achieve automatic shutdown through arc detection for devices with fire risks, such as electric heaters and microwave ovens.
Configuration: Current sensor / Arc detection circuit / AI inference chip / Power shutdown relay
Items for verification: Typical small appliances (e.g., electric kettles, hair dryers)
Note: Ensures privacy and responsiveness through on-device AI processing without the need for a network connection.
Smart lamp
A smart light with added voice recognition functionality that allows it to be turned on and off using voice commands
Purpose: Enhances usability during disasters and in dark environments and improves convenience for everyday use.
Configuration: Pre-assembled night light + microcontroller + microphone + voice recognition AI chip
Operating conditions: Can be used if a company can record and provide audio data.
Note: No Wi-Fi required, achieving both simplified implementation and cost reduction through on-device voice processing.
Company Information
| Company Name | Pebble Square Japan, Inc. | ||
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| Industry Classification | Manufacturing & Information and communication / Semiconductors | ||
| Headquarters | Gyeonggi Province, South Korea / Pebble Square, |
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| Year of Establishment | May 2025 | Number of Employees | 1 |
| Capital | 9 million yen | Investment | Pebble Square, Inc. |
| Main Business Activities | Low-power, compact AI semiconductors and solutions based on non-volatile memory | ||
| Business Partners / Key Customers | Major housing manufacturers (Japan), major convenience store companies (Japan), major heavy industry companies (Korea) | ||
| State of Overseas Expansion | Has a branch office in China, preparing to establish a joint venture in Saudi Arabia, and planning expansion in Malaysia | ||
| Funding History | Premier Partners, UTC Investment, Stic Ventures, Timeworks Investment, Bluepoint Partners | ||
| Website | https://www.pebble-square.com | ||
Business Expansion Structure in Japan
| Presence of a Japan Branch | Yes | Japanese Language Support | Yes |
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| Status of Discussion in Japan | 2025: Established a Japanese corporation. Deployment of low-power AI semiconductors in Japan. | ||
| Other |
– Conducted multiple face-to-face meetings with major local appliance manufacturers (such as Gas-Pal, Iris Ohyama, Panasonic, etc.) and business partners (such as Itochu, Meisei, Teraoka, etc.). – They are deepening their understanding of needs and consumer preferences in the Japanese market, promoting product design and developing solutions tailored to the Japanese market. |
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