South Korea plans 3.5B AI model
South Korea plans to launch a 4.7 trillion won programme to develop an advanced artificial intelligence model. The science ministry aims to select a lead developer through a competitive tender starting next year.
South Korea will launch a 4.7 trillion won ($3.5 billion) programme to develop a frontier AI model starting in early 2027. The state-backed initiative arrives as Seoul seeks to accelerate domestic competitiveness in cutting-edge artificial intelligence. The funding positions the nation to challenge dominant global players in advanced computing infrastructure.
