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Naver Chairman Lee Hae-jin Meets Nvidia CEO at Computex to Advance Sovereign AI Partnership

The meeting in Taiwan focuses on co-developing region-specific AI models and exploring GPU support for Southeast Asia as Naver strengthens its AI initiatives.

This file image, captured from top portal Naver Corp.'s Instagram account, shows Naver founder Lee Hae-jin (R) posing for a photo with Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang (C) and Naver CEO Choi Soo-yeon during a meeting at NVIDIA's headquarters in the United States on June 25 (local time).on June 25, 2024. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
This photo provided by Naver Corp. shows Lee Hae-jin, the company's founder and current chairman of the board. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

Overview

  • Lee Hae-jin, Naver's board chairman, met Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang during Computex 2025 in Taiwan to discuss sovereign AI collaboration tailored for Southeast Asia.
  • The discussions included potential GPU support from Nvidia to enhance Naver's AI capabilities and infrastructure.
  • This is Lee's first international business trip since his appointment as board chairman in March 2025, signaling a leadership-driven push into global AI partnerships.
  • Naver aims to bolster its HyperClova X large language model and integrate AI across its key services, including search and commerce platforms.
  • Next month, Lee plans to visit Silicon Valley to launch Naver Ventures, a U.S.-based investment arm, and attend an investment networking event.