SKT to Nurture 15 AI Startups... Evaluations by "AI Judge"

Launch of 'SKTCH with AI' Program Opportunities for Collaboration with SK Telecom and Expert Mentoring

SK Telecom announced on July 21 that it has launched 'SKTCH with AI,' a startup discovery and nurturing program in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector, and is recruiting participating startups until the 18th of next month.

SKTCH is a combination of SKT and Tech, and refers to a platform operated by SK Telecom to discover startups and foster collaboration. The program embodies the idea of SK Telecom and startups envisioning the future together.

SK Telecom announced on the 21st that it has launched 'SKTCH with AI,' a startup discovery and nurturing program in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), and is recruiting participating startups until the 18th of next month. SK Telecom

Through SKTCH with AI, SK Telecom plans to select a total of 15 companies. The selected startups will be provided with a customized program that includes six months of expert mentoring and seminars, support for collaboration and business advancement with SK Telecom, participation in domestic and international exhibitions, management infrastructure such as office space, and opportunities to attract investment from venture capital firms and related organizations.

Startups interested in participating can apply through the SKTCH website until the 18th of next month.

In this SKTCH with AI startup selection process, SK Telecom's proprietary AI agent, 'AI Judge,' will also take part in the evaluation. Using this technology, SK Telecom expects to speed up the evaluation process and enhance consistency across assessments.

Eom Jonghwan, Policy Chief for Sustainable Management at SK Telecom, stated, "When SK Telecom's AI technology and expertise meet the innovative ideas of startups, we can create even greater synergy," adding, "As an AI partner that grows together with startups, we will continue to expand a collaborative ecosystem for the future of our society."

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