What Preferred Networks does
Preferred Networks (PFN) is a Japanese AI company that vertically integrates the full AI technology value chain in-house, spanning AI semiconductors, computing infrastructure, generative AI foundation models, and applied AI products and solutions.
Key capabilities
PFN develops its own MN-Core series of AI chips and builds large-scale, high-density computing infrastructure to train and run models efficiently. On top of this hardware it creates generative AI foundation models and delivers solutions across industries including manufacturing, materials science, life sciences, finance, retail and logistics, entertainment, education, and the public sector. Its differentiator is combining software, hardware, and deep domain knowledge.
Who it's for
PFN works with industrial enterprises, research institutions in drug discovery and materials science, financial services, creative industries, and public-sector organizations that need integrated AI across the stack.