KT Corporation and Microsoft Corp. have announced a five-year, multibillion-dollar partnership to advance artificial intelligence and cloud technologies in Korea. This collaboration, unveiled on September 29, 2024, will focus on key areas, including the development of customized AI solutions, Korean sovereign cloud services, and AI transformation for Korean industries. KT will leverage Microsoft’s infrastructure and AI expertise, while Microsoft will support KT’s efforts to modernize its IT infrastructure through Azure services. The partnership will also include the development of KT-custom AI models using Microsoft’s technology, further strengthening AI research and innovation in Korea.
KT, a leading telecommunication and ICT provider in Korea, aims to transform into an AICT company by integrating AI and cloud capabilities. Microsoft, a global leader in technology solutions, will bring its advanced AI and cloud technologies, including Azure and Microsoft 365, to the partnership. Together, the companies aim to drive AI advancements across Korea, establishing an AI transformation company and fostering AI startups. Both organizations aim to create a secure public cloud solution for regulated industries, enhancing AI innovation and driving technological progress across sectors in Korea.
