Korea's ChatGPT Usage Quadruples as Kim Kyung-hoon Strengthens AI Hub Ambitions
September 29, 2025
Korea has emerged as a major market for OpenAI, with weekly active users of ChatGPT increasing more than four times over the past year, highlighting the country's growing influence in AI adoption.
Kim Kyung-hoon, a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in global IT and consulting, including roles at Google Korea and Bain & Company, is committed to strengthening Korea's position as a global AI hub by leveraging local innovation and OpenAI's technology.
Kim, who previously led Google Korea from 2021 to focus on expanding advertising and boosting Korea's AI and digital ecosystems through developer and startup initiatives, aims to promote responsible AI use and societal benefits.
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