In a surprising turn of events, Nintendo has publicly denied claims that it is lobbying against the use of generative AI in Japan. This statement comes after Satoshi Asano, a member of Japans House of Representatives, alleged that the gaming giant was avoiding generative AI to safeguard its intellectual property (IP). Nintendo’s swift denial highlights the company’s commitment to transparency and its proactive approach to IP protection. Nintendo emphasized that it has not engaged with the Japanese government regarding generative AI, reinforcing its stance on protecting its IP rights regardless of the technology in question.