KOSA Hosts Leaders Forum in Chuncheon, Gathering 250 AI and Software Industry Leaders

Lim Woo-hyung, head of LG AI Research, speaks at the 3rd KOSA Leaders Forum on June 18. [Photo=KOSA]

The Korean Software Industry Association (KOSA) gathered leaders from the AI and software sectors for the first time since being designated as a legal entity to discuss industry collaboration and AI transformation strategies.
KOSA announced that the 3rd KOSA Leaders Forum will take place over two days starting June 18 at Elysian Gangchon in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province. Approximately 250 participants, including representatives from AI and software companies, manufacturing and finance sectors, and related organizations, are attending the event.
Under the theme "Connecting AI and Industry: A New Beginning for Collaboration," the forum aims to explore cooperation strategies between suppliers with advanced AI technologies and manufacturing and finance companies seeking to implement AI solutions. This is the first event held since KOSA was designated as the first and only legal entity for AI under the AI Basic Act in February.
In his opening remarks, KOSA Chairman Jo Jun-hee stated, "The market has entered an AX phase where the survival of companies is at stake. Only when AI and software suppliers with unique technologies collaborate with manufacturing and finance companies in need of innovation can the industry be completed."
He added, "KOSA will serve as a bridge connecting the government's AX activation policies with the industrial field and will strive to become a leading economic organization that supports the growth of its members."
The forum commenced with a keynote speech by Lim Woo-hyung, head of LG AI Research, who discussed the evolution of the industrial ecosystem driven by AI technologies.
The first session featured Kim Min-pyo, CEO of Doosan Robotics, who shared insights on industrial changes in the era of physical AI and experiences in utilizing robotic technology. Following him, the representative of Ground Ventures, who serves as co-chair of the AI+X Investment Council, presented trends in AI transformation investments and strategies for fostering the domestic AI ecosystem.
A startup talk concert included representatives from FuriosaAI, Reiner, SDT, and Autonomous A2Z, who shared their growth journeys, experiences during AI transformation, and challenges faced by startups.
The final session featured history instructor Seol Min-seok, who spoke on "Steering Through the Storm: The Qualities of a Leader," addressing the leadership needed in a rapidly changing era. Additionally, KOSA introduced its "AI Basic Act Support Desk" and showcased exemplary cases of AI transformation to support the implementation of the AI Basic Act this year.
On the second day, June 19, a friendly sports competition and networking program will be held to facilitate exchanges among participating companies.

* This article has been translated by AI.