SK Telecom (SKT) is taking important steps to establish itself in the global AI ecosystem.
The company recently held a meeting at its headquarters in Silicon Valley with the CEOs of four new AI partners: CMES, MakinaRocks, Scatter Lab and FriendliAI, to discuss business cooperation and pave the way for leadership in the AI industry. bottom.
SKT has actively promoted AI transformation through strategic partnerships and collaborations with various AI companies. During MWC 2023, the company announced partnerships with seven AI companies: SAPEON, Bespin Global, Moloco, Konan Technology, Swit, Phantom AI and Tuat.
During the conference, SKT CEO Ryu Young-sang outlined the company’s AI vision and discussed their business plans with AI partners. Executives from SKT and its AI partners engaged in in-depth discussions on key global AI trends, the latest technological achievements, ongoing R&D projects, and global business and investment opportunities.
One notable discussion took place between SKT and CMES, an AI-powered robotics company.
SKT and CMES exchanged views and ideas on the development of “Robot as a Service (RaaS)” pricing plans and a subscription-based business model for customized AI-driven RaaS for enterprises.
RaaS is gaining traction as a cost-effective alternative to additional personnel and infrastructure investments for automation. Demand for RaaS is expected to grow rapidly in sectors such as logistics, delivery, construction, and healthcare.
Additionally, SKT is looking to partner with Scatter Lab, a well-known AI startup known for its Lee Lu-da chatbot. The company plans to integrate its emotional AI agent into its AI service “A”.
In addition, SKT discussed strategies for creating synergies with MakinaRocks, a startup specializing in industrial AI solutions, and FriendliAI, a startup that provides a platform for developing generative AI models. By joining forces, the two companies aim to establish a leading position in the global AI market.
SKT CEO Ryu Yong Sang commented as follows.
“Today, with the help of our AI partners, we have a blueprint for driving new growth in global markets.
Together, we will develop diverse cooperation opportunities in AI and bring our AI technology and services to the global market. ”
By leveraging the expertise and technology of our AI partners, SKT is well-positioned to lead the global AI ecosystem and bring innovative AI solutions to the market.
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