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OpenAI to Establish Presence in Seoul Amidst Surge in ChatGPT Demand
In response to the escalating popularity of its chatbot, ChatGPT, OpenAI is set to expand its global footprint by opening an office in South Korea's bustling capital, Seoul. The move marks OpenAI's foray into the South Korean market, tapping into the country's thriving AI ecosystem.
Jason Kwon, OpenAI's Chief Strategy Officer, acknowledges South Korea's robust AI landscape, encompassing hardware and software, and the widespread adoption of AI technology among consumers and businesses.
The impending office launch is driven by soaring demand for ChatGPT in South Korea, which currently leads international markets (excluding the US), in paid ChatGPT subscriptions. Weekly user numbers have witnessed a staggering 4.5-fold increase over the past year.
OpenAI has already forged strategic partnerships with key South Korean players, such as Kakao (behind KakaoTalk), SK Telecom, and Krafton. These collaborations aim to integrate sophisticated AI functionalities into existing platforms and services.
In an effort to deepen its involvement in South Korea's AI sphere, OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with both major opposition and ruling parties in the region.
Scheduled to open in the near future, the Seoul office will be the third Asian outpost for OpenAI, joining Tokyo and Singapore. The company is actively recruiting local talent to support operations, users, customers, and partners.
The announcement underscores South Korea's stature as a technological powerhouse and cements the country's position as a significant player in OpenAI's global network.
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- As OpenAI sets up shop in Seoul to capitalize on the surging demand for ChatGPT, it recognizes South Korea's thriving artificial-intelligence (AI) landscape and its widespread use of AI technology among consumers and businesses.
- The deployment of sophisticated AI functionalities into existing platforms and services in South Korea is a strategic move by OpenAI, aiming to strengthen its position in the global AI ecosystem, leveraging technology in both hardware and software.
