LEE Sedol

The only human to defeat artificial intelligence in the game of Goㅣ Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, UNIST (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology) │Former Professional Go Player

LEE Sedol
Times of the Remarks 2025. 11. 13. 10:30-11:00
Title The Future Lee Sedol Saw First: Challenges and Insights in the AI Era

Professor LEE Sedol is a former professional Go player and an iconic figure who heralded the dawn of the AI era through his historic match against the artificial intelligence program AlphaGo. Having captured numerous international titles and remained at the pinnacle of the Go world for many years, he used his match with AlphaGo to pose profound questions about the boundaries between technology and humanity.
Since his retirement, he has shifted his focus from playing games to creating them, working as a board game designer. At the same time, he engages with students at the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), reflecting on the qualities and creativity needed in the age of artificial intelligence.
Beyond being a symbol of the AI era, Professor Lee continues to serve as a thoughtful companion in exploring the direction humanity should take in a rapidly evolving technological landscape, sharing his insights through lectures, writing, and media appearances.