South Korea Expands AI Infrastructure with 10,000 GPUs
South Korea has announced plans to acquire 10,000 high-performance GPUs in 2025 as part of its national strategy to strengthen AI computing infrastructure. This initiative aims to keep the country competitive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Government officials have emphasized the urgency of this expansion, citing the need for national innovation in AI technology. The plan involves collaboration with private-sector companies to accelerate the establishment of an advanced AI computing center. The move comes as AI chip exports face increased scrutiny, with the U.S. imposing restrictions on sales to certain countries. While South Korea remains exempt from some of these restrictions, the government is carefully strategizing its AI investment to ensure long-term competitiveness.
Decisions on the GPU models and budget allocation are expected to be finalized by September.
Meta’s Record-Breaking Streak Fueled by AI Investments
Meta Platforms, under the leadership of Mark Zuckerberg, has experienced an impressive resurgence, with its stock reaching record-breaking highs. The driving force behind this success? AI.
Meta’s strategic investments in AI have played a crucial role in boosting its advertising model and improving user engagement. By leveraging AI to analyze data from its vast user base of over 3.3 billion people, Meta is refining its ad targeting capabilities, making them more efficient and profitable.
In addition to its AI push, Meta continues to invest heavily in virtual and augmented reality through its Reality Labs division. This move aligns with the company's long-term vision of AI integration into its core business while preparing for the next generation of digital interaction.
Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Faces Privacy Scrutiny
DeepSeek, a rising AI startup from China, has halted downloads of its chatbot applications in South Korea following growing privacy concerns. The decision came after the South Korean Personal Information Protection Commission raised questions about the company’s handling of user data.
Investigators found that DeepSeek’s data collection practices lacked transparency, particularly concerning third-party data transfers. In response, government agencies and companies in South Korea have restricted the use of DeepSeek's services due to potential data security risks.
Despite these concerns, DeepSeek has rapidly gained popularity, amassing over 1.2 million users in South Korea. However, with mounting scrutiny over its data privacy policies, the company may face regulatory hurdles before expanding further.
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