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South Korea and Google have agreed to establish an AI campus in Seoul, aimed at supporting collaboration between global and local technology ecosystems. The initiative was announced by Kim Yong-beom, presidential policy adviser, and is intended to connect Google with Korean engineers and startups.
High-Level Engagement And Shared Vision
The plan was discussed during a meeting in Seoul between Lee Jae Myung, President of South Korea, and Demis Hassabis, Chief Executive Officer of Google DeepMind. Following the meeting, the Ministry of Science and ICT signed a memorandum of understanding with Google, outlining cooperation on the project.
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Robust Framework For Innovation And Talent Development
As part of the agreement, South Korea requested that Google assign at least 10 engineers from its United States operations to the Seoul campus. The objective is to support knowledge transfer and workforce development through collaboration, internships, and training programmes at the site. Hassabis said the initiative is expected to contribute to skills development in areas linked to artificial intelligence.
Strengthening Industry Partnerships And Addressing Future Challenges
Beyond technical collaboration, discussions between President Lee and Hassabis highlighted the broader socio-economic impact of AI. President Lee raised important concerns regarding job displacement and the potential need for a base wage system to mitigate the adverse effects of automation. Furthermore, DeepMind expressed a strong interest in deepening relationships with key Korean industry players, including Samsung, SK Hynix, Boston Dynamics (a Hyundai subsidiary), and LG, to spearhead joint projects and technological breakthroughs.
Inspiring A New Era Of Artificial Intelligence
A reference to the AlphaGo victory in South Korea highlighted an earlier milestone that helped accelerate interest in artificial intelligence and its practical applications. Through the development of the AI campus, South Korea and Google aim to support an ecosystem focused on areas including semiconductors, robotics, and related technologies.
