SK Telecom Unveils AI Pyramid Strategy Aiming to Become a Global AI Powerhouse

Translated data: South Korea's SK Telecom announced its "AI Pyramid Strategy" on September 25, 2023, aiming to enhance its competitiveness in AI infrastructure, AI transformation, and AI services. The AI infrastructure will include energy-saving solutions such as immersion cooling systems and hydrogen fuel cells to improve profit margins. Additionally, SK Telecom plans to launch a personal AI assistant service called "A." This service will gradually evolve into a global personal AI assistant by enhancing customers' communication experiences. The company anticipates significantly increasing investments in AI-related areas over the next five years, accelerating its goal of becoming a global AI company.

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SK Telecom Unveils AI Pyramid Strategy Aiming to Become a Global AI Powerhouse

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