SEOUL (Reuters) – In a strategic move to enhance the AI landscape in South Korea, OpenAI, the creator of the popular AI model, and Kakao, the leading chat app operator in the country, have announced a partnership aimed at developing AI products tailored for the Korean market. The collaboration, unveiled by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Kakao CEO Chung Shina during a press conference in Seoul, signifies a significant step towards integrating advanced AI technologies into Kakao’s suite of products. Kakao has also expressed its intention to leverage OpenAI’s technology to further its product offerings, potentially enhancing user experiences and expanding the capabilities of its services. This partnership not only underscores the growing importance of AI in the tech industry but also highlights the potential for cross-border collaborations to drive innovation and meet the diverse needs of global markets.