Key Takeaways
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- Samsung is integrating AI across all its operations, with a focus on semiconductors and electronic design automation tools.
- The company introduced Scientist AI, a new model designed to provide factual, data-driven responses and enhance AI security.
- Samsung is pushing the boundaries of AI in various applications and devices, including automatic color temperature adjustment in cameras, on-device AI technology for smartphones and TVs, automated dubbing, multi-agent systems, Doc AI, and an on-device AI Studio for developers.
- The goal is to make everyday life smarter and smoother through AI advancements in areas such as TVs, appliances, networks, medical imaging, robotics, cars, audio, and more. This is supported by Harman and Samsungs top-tier B2B solutions like the Galaxy line, Knox Suite, and VXT.
Samsung’s Vertical AI Strategies for Semiconductors Discussed at AI Forum 2025
Samsung announced its ninth annual AI Forum, held on September 15 and 16. The event serves as a platform for experts in academia and industry to discuss the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and explore future directions. Samsung Vice President Young Hyun Jun opened the forum, emphasizing the company’s extensive integration of AI across all its operations. This year’s lineup featured prominent figures such as deep learning pioneer Yoshua Bengio from Université de Montréal and Stefano Ermon, a Stanford professor who co-founded Inception and contributed to diffusion-based language models. Day One: Vertical AI Strategies for Semiconductors Samsung Device Solutions led day one, held at Samsung’s semiconductor hub in Yongin, South Korea. The theme was “Vertical AI Strategies and Vision for the Semiconductor Industry.” Professor Yoshua Bengio delivered a keynote address, discussing the broader risks associated with current AI models, particularly concerns about potential misuse and loss of control. He introduced “Scientist AI,” a new model designed to address these challenges by providing factual, data-driven responses rather than aiming to please human users. Bengio suggested that this approach could enhance AI security and accelerate scientific discoveries, sharing his recent work on applying AI to material development.
Day Two: Generative to Agentive AI at Samsung Developer Forum
Amit Gupta, Senior Vice President at Siemens EDA, initiated the “Future of AI-Driven Electronic Design” session. Gupta underscored the critical importance of integrating AI into electronic design automation tools, highlighting how end-to-end systems can maximize AI’s potential. Technical sessions followed, led by Yong Ho Song from Siemens DS Division, with presentations from Professors Seokhyung Kang of POSTECH and Ilchul Moon of KAIST. They presented their latest research on AI applications in semiconductor design and manufacturing, alongside their perspectives on the field’s future. Yong Ho Song stated, “AI is already a must-have in chip design and software development. As semiconductor manufacturing becomes more complicated, reliance on AI will grow to tackle emerging technical challenges.” The forum also recognized three recipients of Samsung’s AI Researcher of the Year Award: Professor Nicolas Papernot (University of Toronto), Professor Rose Yu (UC San Diego), and Professor Lerrel Pinto (NYU). Each awardee presented their recent work. Day Two: From Generative AI to Agentive AI Day two focused on AI agency and productivity. Samsung’s Device Experience (DX) division hosted the online event, which streamed live on the Samsung Developer YouTube channel under the theme “From Generative AI to Agentive AI.”
Samsung Unveils Advancements in AI for Enhanced User Experience at Forum
Paul Cheun, CTO of Samsung Electronics DX Division and Head of Samsung Research, remarked on the growing impact of generative AI in daily life and various industries. He noted, “As we move into agentive AI territory, Samsung is dedicated to developing AI technology that truly enhances user experience.” Keynote speakers for the second day included Joseph E. Gonzalez, a UC Berkeley professor specializing in language models and AI agents; Subbarao Kambhampati, an Arizona State University professor renowned for his work in AI planning and decision-making; and Professor Stefano Ermon, a Stanford University professor and co-founder of Inception. Professor Stefano Ermon presented his Diffusion Language Model, which adapts diffusion models traditionally used for images, videos, and audio to language generation. This model aims to surpass existing text generation methods and offer an improved approach for language models. Representatives from Samsung Research also showcased their latest AI innovations during the event. Samsung’s AI Innovations
Samsung Pushes AI Boundaries Across Multiple Applications and Devices for Enhanced User Experiences
Samsung continues to advance its AI capabilities across various applications. The company has developed technology for automatic color temperature adjustment in cameras and utilizes knowledge distillation to enhance the efficiency of Large Language Model (LLM) training. Samsung also integrates LLMs into devices like smartphones and TVs through on-device AI technology. Further developments include automated dubbing that replicates a speaker’s voice, multi-agent systems for generating diverse reports through deep-dive analysis, and Doc AI for converting various formats into structured data for LLM use. Additionally, Samsung offers an on-device AI Studio to accelerate generative model development for developers and is creating intelligent systems capable of autonomous decision-making and task execution. Samsung’s broader technological advancements impact areas such as TVs, signs, phones, wearables, tablets, appliances, networks, memory, semiconductors, medical imaging, climate control, robotics, cars, and audio, supported by Harman. Through SmartThings and widespread AI integration, Samsung aims to make life smarter and smoother. The company also provides top-tier B2B solutions like the Galaxy line, Knox Suite, and VXT. For more information, visit the Samsung Newsroom.