The government is considering introducing an artificial intelligence-based big data analysis system developed by an American firm in order to enable speedier policy decisions, according to government sources. It has started basic research on the matter, the sources said. The move reflects progress in AI technologies and plans by the administration of Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga to promote digitalization. The big data analysis system in question was developed by Palantir Technologies Inc., which was founded in 2003. "We are holding talks with Palantir in the fields of defense, national security and trade management," an official said.