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Global Insurance Technology Leader Guidewire to Invest $60 Million to Accelerate Insurance Innovation and Cloud Transformation in Japan
TOKYO & SAN MATEO, Calif., April 22, 2025--Guidewire announced a $60 million investment in Japan over the next five years to expand its operations and accelerate the delivery of capabilities.
About this update from Guidewire Software, Inc.
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