SK Group and Nvidia Collaborate to Establish AI Factories in South Korea
SK Group, Nvidia deepen alliance to build 'AI factories' in S Korea

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SK Group and Nvidia are enhancing their partnership to develop 'AI factories' in South Korea, focusing on building AI infrastructure. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for AI computing and solidify South Korea's position in the global AI landscape.
- 01The partnership will expand beyond memory chips to include AI data centers and infrastructure.
- 02SK Telecom will play a central role in developing Asia's largest AI infrastructure platform.
- 03Nvidia's sales to SK hynix reached about 7.78 trillion won (approximately $5.05 billion) in the first quarter of 2023.
- 04Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang emphasized the critical need for AI infrastructure in South Korea.
- 05The collaboration aims to respond to the rapidly increasing global demand for AI capabilities.
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SK Group and Nvidia are deepening their collaboration to create 'AI factories' in South Korea, moving beyond their previous focus on memory chips. The announcement was made during a joint briefing at SK Group's headquarters in Seoul, where SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discussed plans to build a comprehensive AI infrastructure. This initiative aims to establish Asia's largest AI infrastructure platform, with SK Telecom at the forefront of operations. Huang highlighted the urgent need for AI infrastructure in South Korea, likening its importance to essential utilities like electricity and water. He noted that the country currently lacks sufficient AI facilities, which are crucial for future advancements. The partnership also reinforces SK hynix's position as a key supplier to Nvidia, with sales to the company reaching approximately 7.78 trillion won (around $5.05 billion) in early 2023. Both companies are committed to ensuring a stable supply of chips to support the burgeoning AI industry.
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The establishment of AI factories is expected to significantly enhance South Korea's AI infrastructure.
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