The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has introduced a new budget program and participation methods for the artificial intelligence transformation (AX) of regional companies. The programs presented support AI development and utilization in the manufacturing sector, focusing on helping regional companies identify budget programs they can use in their AI transformation process and confirm how to participate in each program.

The Ministry explained to regional companies the key contents and participation methods of new programs related to 'M.AX,' which is reflected in the 2027 government budget proposal. M.AX stands for 'Manufacturing AI Transformation,' meaning the great AI transformation of manufacturing. Major programs include ▲development of full-stack AI factories and manufacturing AI foundation models ▲development of AI solutions utilizing tacit manufacturing knowledge ▲establishment of the M.AX autonomous manufacturing ecosystem. The program structure includes AI model development in the manufacturing sector, utilization of AI solutions, and building an autonomous manufacturing ecosystem.

However, there are points to note. The program is at the stage of being reflected in the 2027 government budget proposal, and it cannot be regarded as having a finalized budget or completed execution. In addition, NAVER's individual participation was not specified in this guidance, and the scale of participation, contracts, and support could not be confirmed from the provided materials.

[This article was written based on Ministry guidance materials and is not investment advice. The government budget proposal and program plans are subject to change. Investment decisions and their responsibilities lie with the investor, and AI assistance was used in writing this article.]