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The conversation will further explore how Galaxy AI addresses evolving user needs and concerns, while also highlighting insights from Samsung’s ongoing research. These findings will continue to illustrate the benefits and barriers impacting consumer AI usage, and the implications to consumers as AI technology continues to become part of our everyday lives.

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Moderator

Heegun Lee

Freelance Announcer & Corporate MC

Heegun Lee is a professional freelance announcer who has served as the lead host and moderator for internal broadcasts and corporate events at major Samsung affiliates, including Samsung Electronics, Samsung Display, Samsung Life Insurance, Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance, Samsung C&T, and Samsung Electronics Service. She specializes in corporate communications such as executive briefings, onboarding videos, technical seminars, and award ceremonies, delivering key messages with clarity and professionalism.

With extensive experience supporting Samsung's flagship initiatives such as Dream Class, SSAFY, and semiconductor conferences, Ms. Lee is recognized for her ability to convey complex and technical content in a clear, engaging manner. She has also worked with other leading companies including BMW, Hyundai Motor Company, Kakao, 11Street, and Hanwha TotalEnergies Petrochemical. This further demonstrates her strength in business and brand communication across industries.

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Ken (Inkang) Song

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Ken Song is Vice President and Head of the Technology Strategy Team at the Mobile eXperience Business of Samsung Electronics. He focuses on delivering cutting-edge mobile experiences to customers while maximizing the potential of Galaxy products. Additionally, he oversees strategic initiatives to enhance product competitiveness, manages the operations of overseas research centers, and drives improvements in development infrastructure and systems. He also leads efforts to secure core AI technologies, including those related to Galaxy AI, to maintain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Previously, Mr. Song was responsible for Open Innovation at Samsung Research America, a Samsung Electronics affiliate located in Mountain View, California. In this role, he spearheaded the identification of new technologies and business opportunities by forging partnerships with some of the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

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Spencer (Sang-Pyo), Kim

Qualcomm

As Vice President at Qualcomm, Spencer (Sang-Pyo) Kim oversees the Korea Business, focusing on Mobile, Compute, XR, RFFE, Connectivity, Infrastructure, IE-IoT, and Automotive.
His responsibilities include sales, business development, marketing, Carrier Relations, PR and customer service in Korea and he collaborates with key partners and customers to develop new business and commercialize products and solutions across various domains such as Smartphone, Compute/Tablet, on-device AI, RFFE, wearable, hearable, XR, IE-IoT, Robotics, Small Cell, Network/Infra, 5G private Network, Telematics, IVI, ADAS and various.Spencer has extensive business relationships with major Korean partners and customers, including Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, LG Innotek, HKMC, Mobis, SKT, KT, LG U+, distributors and Small & Medium Enterprises. Qualcomm Korea provides market-leading technologies, trends, and insights to its Korean partners, delivering total solutions with technical support.
Spencer worked in the semiconductor industry for over 24 years, including roles at National Semiconductor Korea and Microchip Technologies Korea and joined Qualcomm in 2004.

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Co-organiser

Samsung Electronics

Learning and Playing Week

Human-centric AI for a True AI Companion: Overcoming Barriers and What’s Next

Discussing human-centric AI and the role of mobile technology in shaping consumers' everyday lives with a panel of AI thought leaders

  • 2025.07.18[Fri]

    14:3015:30

    (Venue Open 14:00)

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