Japan has not been home to the world’s fastest supercomputer in five years and now its government wants to reclaim the crown. That kind of processing speed could allow Japan to make strides in emerging areas of technology, such as artificial intelligence and robotics. Once a global technology powerhouse, Japan has gradually slipped behind other countries in the innovation game. China now owns and operates the world’s two fastest supercomputers, including the No. The United States has the third, fourth and fifth fastest supercomputers, according to Top500.org.

Source: Washington Post November 25, 2016 22:18 UTC