Korea University HIAI Research Center Hosts '2026 Tech-Day' on AI Advancements
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Korea University's Human-Inspired AI (HIAI) Research Center held its '2026 Tech-Day' conference.
- The event focused on Document AI to Agentic AI, sharing AI innovation trends and exploring collaboration opportunities.
- The center aims to develop human-like AI based on cognitive principles, focusing on explainability and trustworthiness.
Korea University's Human-Inspired AI (HIAI) Research Center convened its '2026 Tech-Day' conference on July 24th at the university's Centennial Memorial Hall. The event, themed 'Document AI to Agentic AI,' served as a platform to share the latest advancements in AI technology and explore potential research and development collaborations across various industries.
The HIAI Research Center is dedicated to creating AI that mimics human cognitive functions, drawing inspiration from how the human brain processes information. Its core mission is to develop AI systems that are not only intelligent but also explainable and trustworthy, mirroring human-like understanding and reasoning.
This initiative aims to foster an ecosystem where AI technologies are widely adopted across industries and businesses, promoting mutual growth between companies and society. The '2026 Tech-Day' specifically highlighted domestic and international AI industry trends, showcasing the center's work in human-centered Document AI and its potential for sound reasoning based on clear knowledge.
The conference underscored the growing importance of AI in shaping the future of business and society, with a particular emphasis on developing AI that aligns with human values and capabilities. The pursuit of agentic AI, capable of independent action and decision-making, was a key focus, promising further integration of AI into complex tasks.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.