Samsung, SK go all out to celebrate Jensen Huang's Van Fleet Award
Samsung Electronics and SK Group each made a high-profile show of support for Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after he received the Van Fleet Award, a prominent honor recognizing individuals who contribute to Korea-U.S. relations. The two companies' efforts underscore the importance they place on ties with the artificial intelligence (AI) accelerator giant as competition for next-generation memory and…
Samsung Electronics and SK Group displayed strong support for Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang following his receipt of the Van Fleet Award. This prestigious award acknowledges individuals who significantly enhance Korea-U.S. relations. Both corporations' actions highlight the critical role they assign to their partnership with the artificial intelligence (AI) leader amid growing competition over next-generation memory and computing technologies.
Samsung Electronics broadcast congratulatory videos for Jensen Huang on a Times Square billboard in New York City on Sunday and Monday (local time). Additionally, Executive Chairman Lee Jae-yong was present at the Korea Society’s annual gala in the city on Monday, where Huang was honored with the Van Fleet Award. During the gala, the Korea Society recognized Huang for his "visionary leadership and transformative contributions" to the AI and semiconductor industries. These contributions are deemed essential for the evolving Korea-U.S. economic partnership.
In his speech at the gala, Lee emphasized Huang’s influence in reshaping the technology industry and the importance of the bilateral relationship. He stated, "He has made the technology sector and our partnership more dynamic and innovative."
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