Gwangju City Signs AI Business Development MOUs with Five Specialized Companies
December 9, 2020, 4:03 PM Reporter: Sungang Park, Asia Economy
[Asia Economy Honam News Team, Reporter Sungang Park]
On December 9, Gwangju City signed its 56th to 60th Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
with AI-focused companies—AIET, Dfocus, MarkAny, SpringCloud, and T3Q—at the Gwangju Business Room.
The agreements aim to establish a foundation for the Gwangju-style AI business ecosystem,
with each company committing to set up local corporations or regional offices.
Gwangju City announced on December 9 that it has signed its 56th to 60th Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
with five AI-focused companies at the Gwangju Business Room.
The companies—AIET, Dfocus, MarkAny, SpringCloud, and T3Q—will establish either regional offices or local corporations
as part of their commitment to advancing the AI business ecosystem in Gwangju.
About the Companies
AIET (AIET Co., Ltd.)
AIET specializes in developing comprehensive AI platforms based on its proprietary AI data analysis systems
and unique iris recognition algorithms.
Its main products include:
- CCTV-based video surveillance systems
- Smart Gate LCD Type devices
- Gun Type devices
Dfocus Co., Ltd.
Dfocus provides solutions that help private and public sector clients optimize their business operations
through consulting and system implementation.
Its main products include:
- SeedVDI (a VDI portal and management solution)
- SeedCLOUD (a cloud management solution)
MarkAny Co., Ltd.
MarkAny specializes in document security, anti-counterfeiting technologies for certificates,
and intelligent CCTV security management.
Its main products include:
- AI-powered intelligent monitoring and CCTV security solutions
- Information security solutions (e.g., document security and anti-counterfeiting for certificates)
- Blockchain platforms for enterprise use
SpringCloud Co., Ltd.
SpringCloud focuses on autonomous mobility operations and AI data analysis services.
Its key offerings include:
- TASIO: A platform for autonomous shuttles, deliveries, taxis, cleaning robots, and more
- AI data analysis services (DATAi, vPlan, STEP, HD Map)
- SpringGo: Autonomous driving integrated management systems, on-demand apps, smart bus stop kiosks, and smart IoT depots
- Opera: Open-stack autonomous AI-based development and engineering services
T3Q Co., Ltd.
T3Q creates an AI ecosystem where service providers, developers, suppliers, and users can collaborate
through its big data integration platform marketplace.
Its main products include:
- T3Q.ai and T3Q.ai Cloud: Real-time intelligence platforms integrating AI and big data
- T3Q A-Box: An all-in-one hardware and software edge AI platform
- T3Q AI Service Package: Simulation solutions
- T3Q E2E Package: Integrated monitoring solutions supporting real-time intelligence
Key Objectives of the MOUs
Each company has committed to establishing its presence in Gwangju by creating local offices or corporations
and contributing to specialized AI fields:
- AIET: AI healthcare, animal management, and iris recognition systems
- Dfocus: AI-based Business Intelligence (BI)
- MarkAny: AI video analysis and CCTV security
- SpringCloud: AI autonomous mobility services
- T3Q: AI and big data platforms
These companies aim to foster talent development and create new jobs in Gwangju.
The MOUs outline:
- Developing solutions and providing technical and policy advisory services
to build an AI ecosystem - Establishing local corporations, regional offices, and training centers
to nurture AI talent and create jobs - Designing and managing corporate support programs to promote AI companies
and strengthen the AI business ecosystem - Creating education and employment programs for AI professionals
Gwangju Mayor Yongsup Lee stated,
“Gwangju, as a leading city in the Fourth Industrial Revolution,
is committed to supporting South Korea’s emergence as one of the top four global AI nations.
We will focus our efforts on transforming Gwangju into a world-class AI city,
strengthening partnerships with AI companies from diverse sectors,
and creating new job opportunities by fostering a robust AI industry ecosystem.”
Contact: Sungang Park, Honam News Team, skpark82@asiae.co.kr
Gwangju City Signs AI Business Development MOUs with Five Specialized Companies
December 9, 2020, 4:03 PM Reporter: Sungang Park, Asia Economy
[Asia Economy Honam News Team, Reporter Sungang Park]
On December 9, Gwangju City signed its 56th to 60th Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
with AI-focused companies—AIET, Dfocus, MarkAny, SpringCloud, and T3Q—at the Gwangju Business Room.
The agreements aim to establish a foundation for the Gwangju-style AI business ecosystem,
with each company committing to set up local corporations or regional offices.
Gwangju City announced on December 9 that it has signed its 56th to 60th Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
with five AI-focused companies at the Gwangju Business Room.
The companies—AIET, Dfocus, MarkAny, SpringCloud, and T3Q—will establish either regional offices or local corporations
as part of their commitment to advancing the AI business ecosystem in Gwangju.
About the Companies
AIET (AIET Co., Ltd.)
AIET specializes in developing comprehensive AI platforms based on its proprietary AI data analysis systems
and unique iris recognition algorithms.
Its main products include:
Dfocus Co., Ltd.
Dfocus provides solutions that help private and public sector clients optimize their business operations
through consulting and system implementation.
Its main products include:
MarkAny Co., Ltd.
MarkAny specializes in document security, anti-counterfeiting technologies for certificates,
and intelligent CCTV security management.
Its main products include:
SpringCloud Co., Ltd.
SpringCloud focuses on autonomous mobility operations and AI data analysis services.
Its key offerings include:
T3Q Co., Ltd.
T3Q creates an AI ecosystem where service providers, developers, suppliers, and users can collaborate
through its big data integration platform marketplace.
Its main products include:
Key Objectives of the MOUs
Each company has committed to establishing its presence in Gwangju by creating local offices or corporations
and contributing to specialized AI fields:
These companies aim to foster talent development and create new jobs in Gwangju.
The MOUs outline:
to build an AI ecosystem
to nurture AI talent and create jobs
and strengthen the AI business ecosystem
Gwangju Mayor Yongsup Lee stated,
“Gwangju, as a leading city in the Fourth Industrial Revolution,
is committed to supporting South Korea’s emergence as one of the top four global AI nations.
We will focus our efforts on transforming Gwangju into a world-class AI city,
strengthening partnerships with AI companies from diverse sectors,
and creating new job opportunities by fostering a robust AI industry ecosystem.”
Contact: Sungang Park, Honam News Team, skpark82@asiae.co.kr