OpenAI, led by CEO Sam Altman, has formed a new partnership with South Korea's Kakao, expanding the reach of its AI technology.
Kakao, known for its messaging app KakaoTalk, online bank, and popular taxi-hailing app, will now integrate OpenAI's ChatGPT into its services.
The collaboration is part of OpenAI's strategy to establish itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence. The deal aims to enhance Kakao's offerings, especially in AI-driven communication, e-commerce, payments, and gaming.
Kakao has been looking to catch up in the AI space, especially with competitors like Naver, which has led the local market in AI development.
According to AlJazeera, Kakao's CEO, Shina Chung, expressed excitement about the new partnership, calling it a significant step in their technological advancement.
Altman's visit to Seoul is part of a broader tour to expand OpenAI's international collaborations. Earlier this week, he secured a partnership with Japan's SoftBank Group.
The South Korean partnership is particularly important, as OpenAI seeks to build alliances with Asian companies and improve its global infrastructure.
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South Korea is seen as a critical hub due to its strong semiconductor and technology sectors, which are essential for AI operations.
During his visit, Altman also met with key executives from SK hynix and Samsung, two of South Korea's largest semiconductor manufacturers.
Both companies play an important role in providing the high-performance memory chips used in AI technology. Altman discussed the potential for future collaborations, including the development of advanced memory chips for AI systems.
The partnership with Kakao is also part of OpenAI's involvement in the US-backed Stargate project, which aims to invest $500 billion in AI infrastructure, Yahoo said.
Altman noted that many South Korean companies will contribute to the growth of the AI sector, with the collaboration expected to play a significant role in shaping the future of the industry.
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