ETRI and LG AI Research Institute Join Forces to Build the AI Ecosystem

The Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) announced on October 1 that it had signed a business agreement with LG AI Research Institute to mutually cooperate on artificial intelligence (AI) data compliance and large language model (LLM) research and development.

Bang Seungchan, director of ETRI (right), is shaking hands and posing for a commemorative photo with Lim Woohyung, director of LG AI Research Institute, after signing an agreement at ETRI on the 1st. Photo by Korea Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute

Under the agreement, the two organizations will collaborate on 'EXAONE NEXUS' for AI training data compliance verification, utilize 'EXAONE' for developing foundation models in public and specialized sectors such as networks, defense, bio, and energy, exchange open-source and AI-related technologies, and jointly identify research and development (R&D) projects.

A standing cooperation committee will be established to systematically manage the outcomes of their collaboration. In addition, they have agreed to conduct demonstration projects for applications in industry and the public sector.

This partnership aims not only to facilitate technical exchanges but also to consolidate domestic AI research and development capabilities to enhance global competitiveness.

Bang Seungchan, director of ETRI, stated, "Reliable data and the use of large-scale models are key to the advancement of AI. ETRI will strive to achieve innovative results in national strategic fields through cooperation with LG AI Research Institute."

Lim Woohyung, director of LG AI Research Institute, said, "Based on our collaboration with ETRI, we plan to lead trustworthy AI research and development and expand the application of 'EXAONE' in expert domains. Through these efforts, we aim to contribute to the advancement and competitiveness of national AI technology."

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