Asentec and Retriva Sign a Business Partnership Agreement to Promote the Secure Use of AI in Enterprises

Asentec Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Takashi Matsuura) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a business partnership agreement with Retriva Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; President, CEO: Takuya Taguchi,hereinafter “Retriva”) with the aim of promoting the safe and practical use of generative AI in corporations and local governments.

Through this partnership, RetriVa’s advanced AI implementation capabilities—centered on generative AI, LLMs, RAG, and AI agents—will be combined with Ascentech’s expertise in building virtual desktops, cloud infrastructure, security, and on-premises AI platforms.

The two companies will provide end-to-end support—from the formulation of AI utilization strategies through proof-of-concept (PoC), system development, infrastructure construction, and post-implementation improvements—with the goal of delivering highly practical AI solutions that enable customers to safely utilize their data.

■Background of the Business Partnership

With the rapid evolution of generative AI, expectations are rising among companies and local governments for the use of AI to improve operational efficiency, enhance service quality, and create new business opportunities. At the same time, challenges remain, including a shortage of specialized personnel and implementation know-how needed to integrate AI into actual operations, as well as issues related to the handling of personal and confidential information and integration with existing systems.

Retriva possesses advanced technical expertise in generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and natural language processing, and supports the development of AI systems tailored to corporate operations, such as RAG and AI agents.

Asentec, in addition to the technical expertise it has cultivated in the fields of virtual desktops, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity, offers the on-premises AI platform “Edge AI Array.”

The two companies have formed this partnership with the goal of combining their respective strengths to enable customers to safely utilize their critical data and translate AI adoption into tangible business results.

Specifically for local governments, the companies will focus on two key areas—improving productivity through the digital transformation (DX) and AI adoption of staff operations, and streamlining operations and enhancing citizen services through the use of AI in citizen interactions—to develop and provide concrete solutions.

■Details of the Business Partnership

1. By integrating Retriva’s AI implementation capabilities with Ascentech’s virtual desktop solutions and “Edge AI Array,” the two companies will jointly provide an environment where enterprises can utilize AI with confidence.

2. We will promote Retriva’s AI solutions and technologies through Ascentech’s network of partners, including major system integrators.

3. We will ensure the data protection, governance, and compliance required in the AI era, supporting enterprises in the safe and secure adoption of AI.

4. By leveraging both companies’ technical capabilities and business foundations, we will create new value to support Japanese companies’ use of AI and contribute to the development of a domestically driven secure AI market.

■Comment

We are very pleased to announce the start of this business partnership with Ascentech Co., Ltd.

To translate generative AI into tangible business results, it is essential to have not only AI technology but also a deep understanding of our customers’ operations and an IT infrastructure that ensures safe and stable usage.

By combining Retriva’s technical expertise in generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and natural language processing with Asentec’s capabilities in virtual desktops, cloud, security, and the construction of on-premises AI infrastructure, we believe we can provide comprehensive support from AI concept development through implementation and operation.We will work together to create AI solutions—particularly for local governments—that lead to improved productivity for staff and enhanced services for citizens, thereby contributing to the safe and practical adoption of AI.

Takuya Taguchi, President and CEO, Retriba, Inc.

■ Date of Agreement

August 19, 2026

■ About Retriva, Inc.

Retriva is a company that provides AI solutions based on natural language processing technology. Leveraging its advanced technical expertise in the fields of generative AI, RAG, and AI agents, the company supports digital transformation (DX) and AI adoption for businesses and local governments.

■About Asentec Co., Ltd.

Guided by the corporate philosophy of “Simple, Fast, and Secure! Contributing to the transformation of our customers’ business workstyles,” the company’s core business consists of the development, sales, and consulting services related to virtual desktops, while also expanding into cybersecurity solutions and cloud services. Additionally, the company is strengthening its ESG initiatives to contribute to a sustainable society.

Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market [Stock Code: 3565]

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