Samsung hosted its global AI Forum 2025 on September 15-16, bringing together leading AI researchers, academics, and industry experts to share breakthrough research and explore future directions for artificial intelligence.
Young Hyun Jun, Vice Chairman and CEO of Samsung Electronics, emphasized Samsung’s commitment to applying AI across all operations and developing foundational technologies that make AI more intuitive and seamless for everyday users.
The forum highlighted Samsung’s vision for vertical AI integration—embedding artificial intelligence not just in software but throughout the entire product stack from semiconductors to consumer devices. This approach contrasts with companies focusing solely on cloud-based AI services.
Key discussion topics included on-device AI processing for enhanced privacy, AI-powered manufacturing optimization, and next-generation AI applications in smartphones, home appliances, and wearables. Samsung showcased research on reducing AI model sizes while maintaining performance, enabling more sophisticated AI features without requiring constant cloud connectivity.
The event reinforced Samsung’s positioning as a comprehensive AI player capable of controlling the entire technology stack. Unlike pure software companies, Samsung manufactures its own chips, displays, memory, and devices—allowing deeper optimization and integration of AI capabilities.
Industry analysts noted the forum signals intensifying competition between Samsung and rivals like Apple in the race to deliver practical, user-focused AI experiences.
Source: TST Technology