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Global AI Boom Powers South Korea's Economy, Boosting Growth Forecasts

South Korea's economy is getting a huge boost from the global AI wave! Exports jumped an incredible 53.2% year-on-year in May, hitting a record $87.75 billion, all thanks to the strong demand for AI-related tech.

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Global AI Boom Powers South Korea's Economy, Boosting Growth Forecasts

The global boom in AI investments has directly impacted South Korea's economy. The country's exports in May saw a strong, better-than-expected jump, driven by the increasing demand for semiconductors and technology components linked to AI applications.

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