Naver, Kakao set licensing terms for commercial AI use

South Korean tech giants Naver and Kakao are establishing licensing requirements for the commercial use of their advanced AI models, signaling a strategic push to monetize their investments in artificial intelligence.

Naver's HyperCLOVA X SEED AI model, designed for broad application, comes with specific terms for businesses. Companies that offer products or services with a monthly active user base exceeding 10 million will need to obtain a license from Naver for commercial deployment. This tiered approach suggests Naver aims to capture value from its most successful platforms leveraging its AI technology.

Similarly, Kakao is implementing licensing for its Kanana-2 AI model. Businesses looking to sell Kanana-2 in an on-device format or offer it as an on-premise solution to clients will require a separate license from Kakao. This move highlights Kakao's strategy to control and profit from the integration of its AI into various business infrastructures.

These licensing frameworks underscore the growing importance of large-scale AI models in the tech industry. Both Naver and Kakao are positioning themselves to benefit financially from the widespread adoption of their AI technologies, setting precedents for how AI services will be commercialized in the future.