Norihiko Ishihara is Representative Director, President and CEO of Datasection Inc. (TSE Growth: 3905), where he leads the development of next-generation AI infrastructure and hyperscale AI computing platforms in Japan and globally.
He also serves as CEO of VLC Security Co., Ltd., a cybersecurity and enterprise solutions group with strategic partnerships including CyberGym.
Prior to his current roles, Ishihara worked at Goldman Sachs in both Asset Management and Investment Banking, specialising in M&A advisory, financing and strategic investment.
With more than two decades of experience spanning AI infrastructure, cybersecurity, venture investment and cross-border business development, Ishihara is recognised as one of the emerging leaders driving Japan’s next-generation AI ecosystem onto the global stage.

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