South Korea to spend $15.97B on AI and chips in 2027 budget
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung announced on Monday that the country's 2027 budget will allocate $15.97 billion to artificial intelligence, semiconductor chips, physical AI, and data centers. This investment represents a significant increase, nearly doubling the amount allocated for these sectors in the 2026 budget. The move signals a strong governmental commitment to strengthening South…
Key points
- President Lee Jae Myung pledged $15.97B for AI, chips, and data centers in the 2027 budget.
- The 2027 allocation is nearly twice the amount spent on these sectors in 2026.
- The investment covers artificial intelligence, semiconductor chips, physical AI, and data centers.
The funding targets specific areas including the development of AI infrastructure and the advancement of physical AI, which likely refers to robotics and embodied AI systems. By nearly doubling the previous year's allocation, the government aims to accelerate technological adoption and maintain competitiveness against other major tech economies. The announcement was made as part of the broader national budget planning process for the upcoming fiscal year.
This strategic shift highlights the growing importance of state-backed investment in AI capabilities. With a focus on both software (AI) and hardware (chips, data centers), South Korea is positioning itself to benefit from the full stack of AI technology. The specific breakdown of funds between these categories was not detailed in the initial report, but the total figure underscores the scale of the commitment.
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