AI University 'SHIFT AI' Reaches 40,000 Paid Members, Enhances Learning with Regional Communities and AI Mentors

Guided by the vision of "making Japan a leading AI nation," SHIFT AI Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Shota Kiuchi; hereinafter "the Company"), operator of "SHIFT AI," the No.1 user-base AI university for learning AI business applications, is pleased to announce that the number of paid members for its "SHIFT AI" platform has reached 40,000.

## Unlimited Access to Over 2,000 Courses and 1,000+ Webinar Archives on the AI Community 'SHIFT AI'

With the vision of "making Japan a leading AI nation," this community launched the AI university "SHIFT AI" in June 2023 to teach practical business applications of AI. It offers a curriculum designed to take individuals from zero knowledge to acquiring the latest AI skills, enabling them to thrive as AI professionals.

To meet the rapidly changing evolution of AI and diversifying business needs, nearly 2,000 lecture videos have been published as of the end of May. Furthermore, the platform hosts over 70 webinars a month featuring top domestic and international industry leaders, with the cumulative number of archives reaching 1,000. Existing content is also continuously updated in line with AI advancements, providing an environment where users can always access the latest information.

## New Initiatives by SHIFT AI to Support Multifaceted Learning and Practice

1. Live Viewing Across 47 Prefectures & Regional Community Building
To eliminate regional disparities in AI learning, live viewings of large-scale in-person events are held across all 47 prefectures in Japan. These function as communities connecting learners in each region, and there are plans to develop them into hubs for matching local businesses with AI talent.

2. Industry-Specific Webinars
To address the specific concern of "not knowing how to apply AI to daily operations," active AI consultants host industry-specific webinars where they directly answer user questions, providing realistic, field-oriented practical know-how.

3. Security-Focused Programs
Preparation for "security incidents" is unavoidable in the era of AI agents. The community regularly hosts security-related webinars, seminars, and training camps, offering a systematic learning environment for operating AI safely.

4. AI Agent Implementation Support Meetings
Three-day support meetings aimed at assisting the implementation and utilization of AI agents are held almost weekly. Ranging from specific use cases to security measures for safe operation, these programs, which are typically offered externally for a fee, are provided free of charge exclusively to members.

5. Side Hustle & Monetization Verification Team
To keep pace with the rapidly changing trends in AI projects, a dedicated verification team has been formed. The team tests trending monetization methods and project dynamics, and a new community channel is scheduled to launch to share these results with members in real-time.

6. Introduction of the 'AI Mentor Agent'
By analyzing the "learning processes, goal setting, and mindset" of highly successful students among the 40,000 members, a personalized, 24/7 companion 'AI Mentor Agent' has been implemented on the learning site. Continuous upgrades will be made to further deepen the members' learning experience.

## Voices of Our Members

We have received numerous comments from our members.

- "I only knew the name before... but two weeks into joining SHIFT AI, I'm playing with various AIs every day. I'm enjoying the days even when things don't go exactly as planned."
- "I attend webinars almost every day. I felt the limits of self-taught AI and joined SHIFT AI; it's a treasure trove, and I'm thrilled. I'm excited every day!"
- "With rich content like videos, webinars, and training camps, I now use AI daily. Not only have my AI knowledge and skills increased, but my mindset to challenge new things has also grown stronger."
- "The environment is wonderful, with fulfilling video content, webinars, and real-life events. I can now use various AI tools in combination to some extent."
- "It's easy for beginners to understand, and the content is interesting and fun to learn. Before joining, I vaguely thought AI was amazing, but now I strongly desire to become someone who can utilize AI in my own work."

## Future Outlook

Shota Kiuchi, CEO of SHIFT AI Inc.

The number of members at the AI University 'SHIFT AI' has reached 40,000. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to our members who continue to learn and challenge themselves together every day, as well as to all the stakeholders who have provided immense cooperation.

We have always aimed for a future where 'every business professional can utilize AI as a matter of course,' but reaching 40,000