3,375 Locations in Downtown Gwangju Transform into Testbeds for AI Technology

Corporate Demonstration Spaces Now Open Year-Round, from Parks to Administrative Centers and Parking Lots

Expansion of Everyday AI Technologies such as Children's Safety Guards and AI Bicycle Safety Management

Various locations throughout downtown Gwangju are being transformed into testbeds for artificial intelligence (AI) technology. AI detection sensors are monitoring children's safety along elementary school commuting routes, while AI systems that predict the risk of vehicle and pedestrian collisions have been installed on park bike paths. Gwangju City is accelerating the creation of 'Demonstration City Gwangju' by opening 3,375 sites, including administrative welfare centers, parks, and parking lots, as corporate demonstration spaces.

On May 18, Gwangju City announced that it is accepting applications at any time for the use of demonstration sites—a total of 3,375 locations, including 663 in Dong-gu, 815 in Seo-gu, 240 in Nam-gu, 795 in Buk-gu, and 862 in Gwangsan-gu—to support the growth of innovative technology companies.

These demonstration sites are operated to integrate AI technology into citizens' daily lives and to expand demonstration opportunities for companies. Businesses can participate regardless of location or size by applying through the Gwangju City Corporate Demonstration One-Stop Support Center website.

Citizens are experiencing an AI-based early screening system for mild cognitive impairment at a demonstration site in Gwangju. Provided by Gwangju City

Currently, at Seorim Elementary School in Buk-gu, the 'AI Safety Guard for Children's School Routes,' which uses AI-based detection sensors, is in operation. The company that demonstrated this technology has leveraged it to successfully enter the North American market.

In the pilot zone of Bicycle Village at Ssangam Park in Gwangsan-gu, the 'AI Safety Management System' is being operated to predict collision risks among bicycles, vehicles, and pedestrians. Gwangju City plans to expand the demonstration scope from the existing one-way section to round-trip sections starting in June.

Gwangju City also plans to provide follow-up support by linking existing support programs to help companies address challenges and develop sales channels even after the demonstrations. In addition, information on ongoing demonstration projects and the status of demonstration sites will be released on the website to further improve citizens' access to technology.

After the integration of Gwangju and Jeonnam, the city is considering establishing an integrated management system for large-scale regional demonstrations.

Currently in Gwangju, a wide range of AI technology demonstrations are underway, including an AI-based 3D fairy tale experience center, a digital dementia prevention brain health playground, an early screening system for mild cognitive impairment, the voice phishing prevention service 'That Guy's Voice,' AI-based children's safety guards, real-time train arrival information, and smart bus stop shelters.

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