South Korea is intensifying its focus on artificial intelligence by appointing Bae Kyung-hoon, a leading AI expert from LG AI Research, as the new science minister. This move underscores the administration’s commitment to positioning Korea among the top three global AI leaders. The recent appointment follows the selection of Ha Jung-woo from Naver AI Innovation Center as the senior secretary for AI and future planning, emphasizing a collaborative approach between government and private sectors. With plans to invest over 100 trillion won in AI, the administration is harnessing expertise from major tech firms to drive innovation. Bae’s extensive experience, including his leadership in developing advanced AI models at LG, positions him as a pivotal figure in Korea’s AI strategy. His role will involve overseeing science and digital infrastructure policies, focusing on developing sovereign AI models using domestic resources. Experts highlight the urgent need for robust infrastructure to support AI’s rapid development, emphasizing the importance of both short-term and long-term strategies in this fast-evolving field.
Is Korea turning to technocrats for AI leadership?
