KT Announces 18 Trillion Won Investment in Cybersecurity and AI Infrastructure

• •KT is investing 18 trillion won to enhance cybersecurity and AI infrastructure.
• •The plan includes a significant focus on implementing a 'Zero Trust' security model.
• •KT aims to transition into an AX Platform Company, integrating AI services with telecom infrastructure.

On July 6, 2026, KT Corp. unveiled a significant investment plan totaling 18 trillion won (approximately $12 billion) aimed at enhancing its cybersecurity, AI infrastructure, and network capabilities. CEO Park Yoon-young emphasized the need for a robust security framework following previous lapses in data management. The investment includes 4 trillion won allocated specifically for cybersecurity and IT innovation, which is double the previous investment. KT aims to implement a 'Zero Trust' security model to strengthen its defenses against potential cyber threats. Additionally, 5 trillion won will be invested in AI data centers to support low-latency applications, and 1 trillion won will be directed towards enhancing submarine cable capacity. The initiative is part of KT's strategy to transition into an AX Platform Company, focusing on AI-driven services and infrastructure. This comprehensive plan is a response to growing demands for secure, high-performance networks in the AI era.