Seunghyuk Jin

Director and CEO BYOND Asia and Klleon

Seunghyuk Jin, the visionary founder and CEO of Klleon and director of BYOND Asia, stands at the forefront of the digital human revolution. Recognised in Forbes' 30 Under 30 list in 2022, Jin's journey in the digital entrepreneurial landscape is marked by successful ventures and notable exits, including Ggobook and Gridazip. Jin's foresight in recognising the potential of AI-powered digital humans predates the interactive chat boom, positioning him as a pioneer in the field. His academic foundation in Converged Electronic Engineering from Hanyang University has been instrumental in shaping his innovative approach to technology.

Under Jin's leadership, Klleon has emerged as a trailblazer in developing hyper-realistic digital humans, focusing on personalized appearances and communication methods. The company's ambitious goal of creating over a billion individualised digital humans underscores its commitment to redefining digital communication. Jin's expertise and Klleon's groundbreaking technology have garnered global recognition.

He has been invited to speak at major international events, including Nvidia's GTC in San Francisco, where Klleon was one of the few digital human AI companies featured. This platform has allowed Jin to share his ideas and showcase the value of deeper engagement and conversation through digital humans.

Klleon's client roster boasts some of the world's leading brands, including Samsung, LG, and Panasonic, testament to the company's innovative solutions and Jin's strategic vision. The company's accolades, including being named a Cool Vendor by Gartner and receiving an Innovation award at CES, further validate its industry-leading position. In a strategic move to expand Klleon's reach, Jin has partnered with WebTVAsia, a leading digital media entertainment company to form BYOND Asia. This collaboration aims to bring Klleon's digital human AI technology to Southeast Asia and the Middle East, marking a significant step in the company's global growth strategy. As Klleon continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in AI and digital human technology, Seunghyuk Jin remains at the helm, driving innovation and shaping the future of human-AI interaction.


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