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Krafton appoints Kangwook Lee as chief AI officer
He will oversee company-wide AI R&D and foundational tech roadmap
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KRAFTON is a collective of studios, each with their own distinct creative identity. Our team is always aspiring to evolve, innovate, and create new technology and entertainment experiences that fans can interact and engage with for years to come.
This is the power of KRAFTON continuously generating unparalleled creation based on technology.
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Indian Investment
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Record Revenue
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Funding News
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New Partnerships
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Green Gaming
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Acqusitions
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Global Beta Test
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Record Revenue
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Strategic Growth
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Pubg Revamp
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