Selectstar-SKT Jointly Develop K-AI Foundation Model

## Selectstar Steps Forward as the 'Reliability Guardian' for South Korea's AI Models: Key Player in Developing National Representative Foundation Models Under a national vision for AI technology hegemony, Selectstar, a domestic AI data specialized startup, is drawing significant attention as it has been selected as a key player in the 'Independent AI Foundation Model' development project, spearheaded by the Ministry of Science and ICT. In this monumental journey that will determine the future of South Korea's AI technology, Selectstar will be entrusted with the critical mission of securing model stability and building high-quality training data. This project will proceed in a consortium led by SK Telecom, bringing together leading domestic companies representing AI models, data, semiconductors, and services, including Krafton, 42dot, Rebellions, and Liner. Furthermore, top academic authorities, including the Seoul National University Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation and Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), are participating, forming a truly 'National Representative AI Dream Team.' Within this massive collaborative framework, Selectstar will dedicate itself to the data sector, proactively verifying potential vulnerabilities in AI models and supporting them to achieve optimal performance, thereby making its presence distinctly felt. Selectstar will specifically undertake the challenging tasks of building 'red teaming data' and securing 'high-quality training data' for AI models. This is essential work for proactively identifying potential vulnerabilities, such as 'black swans,' where AI might malfunction or cause social bias and ethical issues, and for maximizing the model's learning efficiency and accuracy. Selectstar's strength stems from its already proven unique technological capabilities and extensive experience. The foundation lies in its self-developed LLM reliability verification solution 'Datumo Eval,' as well as the unique red teaming technology acquired through successfully hosting South Korea's first 'Generative AI Red Team Challenge' and operating the MWC25 'Global AI Red Team Challenge.' Based on this experience, they plan to meticulously analyze hidden risk factors in AI models and establish an optimized safety verification process to further enhance the reliability of national representative AI models. In fact, Selectstar is renowned as a specialized startup providing a 'one-stop solution' that covers the entire spectrum of AI data, from the 'beginning to the end' of AI development – encompassing data design and construction, evaluation data building, LLM reliability verification, and red teaming design. The fact that over 300 domestic and international clients already trust their capabilities and consider them a vital partner in AI development attests to Selectstar's technological prowess and expertise. Kim Se-yeop, CEO of Selectstar, stated regarding their participation in this national project, "Selectstar's high-quality data building capabilities and unique reliability verification technology will play a decisive role in further enhancing the completeness of national representative AI models." He expressed his strong ambition, adding, "We will do our utmost as the guardian responsible for the reliability and safety of South Korea's AI technology." Selectstar's pivotal role is expected to become an important cornerstone for South Korea to gain an advantage in global AI competition and usher in a safe and trustworthy AI era.