Nintendo Denies AI Lobbying Claims in Japan
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On Oct. 5, 2025, Nintendo refuted claims by Japanese politician Asano Satoshi suggesting the company lobbied the government on generative AI. Nintendo confirmed it has never contacted the Japanese government on the matter and will continue protecting its IP rights.
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Nintendo’s PR team moves fast — they’re clearly keeping AI distance for now.
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Good call clarifying early. AI rumors spread fast in the gaming world.