According to a report, Samsung Electronics has started the full-scale development of its own Large Language Model (LLM) for internal applications, following the recent leak of its internal data. Spearheaded by Samsung Research, the project has received significant investments in terms of workforce and resources. Notably, all available GPU resources have been dedicated to the development of the LLM, an essential component in training such models. Samsung aims to complete the initial version of its LLM within a two-month timeframe.

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Samsung’s AI Solution Aims to Slash Time Required for Software Development

The primary focus of Samsung’s LLM solution will be on document summarization, software development, and language translation. While the company has yet to decide on making the AI solution available to the general public, its internal use is considered a priority. The previous reliance on third-party generative AI solutions, including ChatGPT, led to the unfortunate data leak, prompting Samsung to prohibit the use of such external solutions and embark on the creation of its proprietary AI technology.

Samsung believes that deploying AI solutions based on LLM technology can significantly reduce the time required for software development and semiconductor design. While Samsung explored partnerships with various prominent companies, such as Google, Microsoft, Naver, and OpenAI, the decision was ultimately made at a top-level management meeting, including the presence of Lee Jae-yong, to develop an in-house AI solution.

Numerous South Korean firms, including Kakao, LG, Naver, and SKT, are also developing their own LLM-based generative AI solutions, such as KoGPT, ExaOne, HyperCloverX, and A-Dot. These solutions exhibit human-like drawing and writing capabilities. However, challenges concerning data accuracy and information privacy remain significant obstacles that need to be addressed in the ongoing development process.

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