SK Networks is forging a strategic alliance with Qualcomm to revolutionize its AI-driven business operations.
On March 11, SK Networks, an AI-focused holding company led by CEO Hojeong Lee, announced its collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies Inc. This partnership is set to integrate Qualcomm’s cutting-edge IoT solutions across SK Networks’ headquarters and subsidiaries, accelerating the adoption of AI-powered business models.
Harnessing Qualcomm’s AI Capabilities
As part of this initiative, Qualcomm will provide state-of-the-art IoT solutions, including the high-performance system-on-chip (SoC) Qualcomm Dragonwing™ QCS6490. This advanced chipset is designed to support on-device large language models (LLMs) and is optimized for various industrial applications, such as robotics, drones, gateways, tablets, and kiosks. This integration is expected to generate significant synergies, aligning with SK Networks’ objective of embedding AI across diverse business sectors.
Expanding AI Applications Across Multiple Sectors
SK Networks aims to leverage Qualcomm’s innovations to enhance operational efficiency and security across its subsidiaries. By adopting top-tier IoT solutions, the company is reinforcing its position as a leader in AI-driven transformation. Additionally, SK Networks plans to tap into its global technology and investment ecosystem, Hicosystem, to ensure continuous innovation and maintain a competitive edge in the fast-evolving digital landscape.
Leadership Perspectives on the Future of AI
Sunghwan Choi, President & COO of SK Networks, emphasized the transformative potential of this collaboration, stating: “Our partnership with Qualcomm, a global technology giant, will accelerate our transition into an AI-centric enterprise. By embedding AI into our products and services, we are not only elevating customer experiences but also shaping a smarter, interconnected future.”
O. H. Kwon, President of APAC and Senior Vice President at Qualcomm Technologies Inc., echoed this sentiment, noting: “Qualcomm continues to expand its industrial and commercial IoT portfolio, gaining traction in key sectors like robotics, manufacturing, logistics, and retail. This collaboration with SK Networks is a crucial step in broadening our AI business portfolio.”
AI-Driven Business Innovations by SK Networks
Since unveiling its vision of ‘Democratization of AI for Civilization of Humanity’, SK Networks has been at the forefront of AI adoption. Several subsidiaries have already integrated AI into their business models:
- SK Speedmate has collaborated with Germany’s DAT to introduce AI-powered automatic quotation systems.
- En-core launched its ‘Data Orchestration Strategy for AI’ and is preparing to release an advanced AI solution package this year.
- MINTIT is utilizing AI to assess and grade mobile phone performance.
- PhnyX Lab, a Silicon Valley startup, developed Korea’s first modular retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)-based AI solution tailored for medical and pharmaceutical applications.
These strategic advancements highlight SK Networks’ commitment to embedding AI into its core operations and business expansion plans.
Looking Ahead
As SK Networks deepens its AI integration, this partnership with Qualcomm is poised to accelerate AI adoption across multiple industries. With a focus on AI-powered automation and efficiency, SK Networks is setting the stage for a new era of AI innovation.
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