From Face Scans to Subways: Why South Korea is the World's AI Capital

2026-06-15 · MIT Tech Review AI · Original

Landing in Seoul after a long flight, you experience AI everywhere, from unmanned immigration checkpoints scanning faces to smart subways. This article explores the unique cultural and technological ecosystem that makes South Korea a global leader in AI adoption, revealing why the nation is obsessed with the technology.

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