AI가 바꿀 콘텐츠의 미래 미리 체험한다…‘AI 콘텐츠 페스티벌’ 개막

On December 12-14, a festival titled "AI Content Festival 2026" will open its doors in Seoul's Gangnam District at the COEX Exhibition Center. Sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and the Korea Content Industry Development Institute, the festival will showcase demonstrations, lectures, workshops, business programs, and special performances centered around the theme "AI, Lead Content Happiness."

Exhibitions will display AI-generated videos, music, webtoons, and games, while attendees will have the chance to interact with AI characters and create their own videos and games. On the opening day, Professor Kim Nana, an esteemed professor from Seoul University, will present on the evolution of the content ecosystem in the AI era.

There will also be a special panel discussion featuring Professor Kim and Professor Go Sam-seok of Dongguk University. On the second day, lectures and debates will focus on AI's role in video production and the changing landscape of content creation. Business support programs for content companies will also be available, including one-on-one consultations between companies and investors, company presentations, and collaboration opportunities.

Ten AI content companies will showcase their technologies, business models, and potential for investment, distribution, and co-production. On the final day, keynote speeches on future occupations, a digital ethics lecture, a magical performance integrating AI technology, and a traditional Korean music virtual creator performance will take place.

The festival will also feature the "AI Creator Showcase 2026," highlighting the accomplishments of the AI content creator industry through exhibitions, a separate symposium, and an awards ceremony at the MegaPix COEX Cinema.