OpenAI and South Korean tech firm Kakao, developers of the popular KakaoTalk messaging app, have entered into a strategic partnership. This collaboration will see ChatGPT functionality integrated into KakaoTalk while providing OpenAI with valuable training and user behavior data.

The agreement covers three initial projects between the two companies. First, they plan to develop a Korean-language assistant similar to Siri or Google Assistant, built atop OpenAI’s technology. Second, Kakao employees will gain access to ChatGPT Enterprise in their workflows. Third, ChatGPT capabilities will be embedded directly into KakaoTalk.

This news comes just a day after Japan’s SoftBank pledged $3 billion to deploy OpenAI technologies across its various business ventures.

Shina Chung, CEO of Kakao expressed her excitement about collaborating with OpenAI, stating, “We are thrilled to establish this strategic collaboration with OpenAI, a global leader in AI technology. Through this collaboration, Kakao will further advance its orchestration strategy and mark a turning point in Kakao’s efforts to bring the future closer.”

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI commented, “Kakao has a deep understanding of how technology can enrich everyday lives, and they’ve consistently delivered innovative experiences for their users,” said OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. “We’re excited to bring advanced AI to Kakao’s millions of users and work together to integrate our technology into services that transform how Kakao’s users communicate and connect.”