Government supports R&D for 10 industries in the humanoid industry for 5 years – Jeonpa Newspaper [Korean]

By Sang-Jin Yun | Source: Jeonpa News | Read the full article in Korean

The South Korean government is making a significant push to develop the humanoid robotics industry. They've launched the 'K-Humanoid Alliance', bringing together over 40 academic, research, and industrial organizations to accelerate innovation in artificial intelligence-powered robotics.

Major tech companies like Tesla, Amazon, Microsoft, and NVIDIA are already investing heavily in humanoid robot technology, and South Korea wants to be a key player in this emerging field. The alliance includes several robotics manufacturers who plan to collaborate on developing advanced robotic systems and sharing critical behavioral data with AI research groups.

The government's strategy involves providing substantial research and development support over the next five years. This includes facilitating partnerships between component and robotics companies, supporting joint R&D projects, and even preparing financial funds to support humanoid-related businesses. The ultimate goal is to create a comprehensive ecosystem that can compete on the global stage of advanced robotics technology.

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