daikin x microsoft

[Daikin](/companies/daikin) Industries, Ltd. is a Japanese multinational conglomerate headquartered in Osaka, Japan, and the world's largest manufacturer of HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) equipment. Founded in 1924 by Akira Yamada, the company operates production bases in more than 130 countries and conducts business in over 170 countries. Beyond air conditioning, Daikin produces fluorochemicals, medical equipment, electronics, oil hydraulics, and defense systems. The company has invested in AI and robotics startups including ABEJA, Sensio Air, and Nature Architects, and operates highly automated manufacturing facilities using industrial robotics

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) develops AI, cloud computing, and enterprise software. Azure AI provides infrastructure for autonomous systems and robotics. M12 (Microsoft's venture arm) invests in robotics and AI startups. Partnered with [Openai](/companies/openai) for GPT integration across products.