09:20 – 09:40
Keynote
Imaging & sensing technologies to create emotion
Will introduce the latest initiatives of process and device technologies that enhance Sony’s image sensors to create “Emotion.”
Terushi Shimizu
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation
In April 1980, he joined Sony Corporation (renamed Sony Group Corporation in April 2021), where he served as an engineer in the semiconductor business.
From 1991, he moved to the U.S. to be engaged in planning and control of semiconductor business at Sony Electronics’ Fab.
After returning to Japan, from 1999, he was assigned to Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. as the General Manager of the planning and control department, where he was responsible for the start-up of semiconductors for PlayStation.
In 2016, he was appointed Representative Director and President of Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation.
From 2020 to March 31, 2025, he was Representative Director, President and CEO of the company.
From 2021 to March 31, 2025, he was Senior EVP, Officer in charge of Imaging & Sensing Solutions Business, Sony Group Corporation.
He was appointed to Director and Chairman of Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation as of April 1, 2025.
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation
Company Profile
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation and the global leader in image sensors. We strive to provide advanced imaging technologies that bring greater convenience and joy to people’s lives. In addition, we also work to develop and bring to market new kinds of sensing technologies with the aim of offering various solutions that will take the visual and recognition capabilities of both human and machines to greater heights.
