- Go grandmaster demonstrates the future of human and AI collaboration at the site of the historic AlphaGo match as Enhans unveils its multi agent AI OS
SEOUL, South Korea, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Enhans, an enterprise Agentic AI company led by CEO Seung-hyun Lee, announced the beginning of a new era of human and AI collaboration during a live event held today at the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul alongside Go grandmaster Lee Sedol.
The event took place at the same venue where Lee Sedol faced DeepMind's AlphaGo in 2016. Marking the tenth anniversary of that historic match, Enhans presented a new narrative for artificial intelligence under the message "The Age of Agentic AI." While the original match symbolized competition between humans and machines, the new demonstration showed how AI can evolve into a collaborative partner capable of understanding human intent and executing complex work.
The highlight of the event was a live demonstration in which Lee Sedol collaborated directly with Enhans' AI agents on stage. Using only voice commands, Lee worked with the Enhans AI OS to reconstruct a Go model in real time and then played a match against the newly generated system.
Enhans also demonstrated how its multi agent architecture enables AI to execute complex workflows autonomously. With a single voice command, the AI OS distributed tasks across specialized agents responsible for real time web research, planning, coding, and deployment.
Rather than relying on a single model, the Enhans AI OS operates through multiple specialized agents that collaborate to solve problems. When a user issues a request, the system interprets the intent and assigns tasks to agents responsible for ontology reasoning, planning, and computer execution.
For example, a request such as researching competitors' products, prices, and specifications and generating a comparison report can trigger coordinated activity across the Computer Using Agent (CUA), ontology agents, and planning agents. This process demonstrates how business workflows can be executed autonomously without manual coding or complex system manipulation.
The AI OS presented during the event represents Enhans' full vision of a unified multi agent system designed for collaborative execution. While the architecture continues to evolve, many of its core capabilities including web search, commerce automation, planning, design, and coding are already operational and integrated into the company's Commerce OS platform.
The event was officially sponsored by Anthropic, NVIDIA, and Microsoft and was broadcast globally through a live YouTube stream.
Lee Sedol shared his perspective following the demonstration.
"Enhans' Agentic AI felt like a powerful collaborator that turns imagination into reality," Lee said. "AI should no longer be defined as an opponent but as a tool that allows humans to unlock greater creativity."
Seung-hyun Lee, CEO of Enhans, said the event reflects a fundamental shift in the role of artificial intelligence.
"If the AlphaGo match symbolized competition between humans and AI, today marks the beginning of collaboration," Lee said. "Our goal is to standardize the core technologies behind this shift including Ontology, Agentic AI, and LAM and open an era in which enterprises worldwide can work alongside AI agents."
Founded in 2021, Enhans is an AI OS company focused on automating workflows across vertical industries. The company's platform is built on two core technologies. Ontology enables AI agents to understand industry and business context. Computer Using Agent (CUA) is an execution engine designed to operate in real computer environments and complete tasks from start to finish. By combining understanding and execution in an agent centric AI OS, Enhans aims to introduce a new paradigm in which AI can autonomously decide and act.
Enhans has also gained international recognition for its technology. In May 2025 the company was selected as the only Korean participant in Palantir's Startup Fellowship. Its web AI agent model ACT 1 ranked among the top systems on the global Online Mind2Web benchmark leaderboard alongside models from OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic. The model achieved first place in DOM control performance and first place in the vertical commerce category. The system has since evolved into its next generation version ACT 2.
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10 Years After AlphaGo, Lee Sedol Returns to Launch the Era of Agentic AI
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DUBAI, UAE, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced the appointment of Derek Dai as Country Manager for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), reinforcing the company's long-term commitment to the United Arab Emirates as a strategic hub for digital asset innovation.
In this role, Derek will lead Bybit's regional strategy across MENA, overseeing market expansion, regulatory collaboration, institutional partnerships, and localized product development as the company continues to strengthen its regulated footprint following its recent Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) license.
"The UAE gave Bybit a home. You do not abandon your home when the storm comes — you stand in the doorway," said Helen Liu, co-CEO of Bybit. "Some companies are reassessing their Gulf exposure right now. We are doing the opposite. We are deepening our presence, our investment, and our commitment to this region."
Bybit's appointment of Derek comes at a pivotal moment for the region — a decision made not despite the current geopolitical uncertainty, but because of it.
A Strategic Moment for the Middle East
"The Middle East is emerging as one of the most important regions shaping the future of digital finance, with the UAE leading the way in building a progressive and well-regulated ecosystem," said Derek Dai, Country Manager for MENA at Bybit.
"Our priority is to deepen collaboration with financial centers such as DIFC and DMCC, while strengthening the infrastructure that connects digital assets with everyday financial services and advancing the development of tokenized real-world assets that bridge traditional finance and the digital asset economy."
"In the coming months, we will focus on expanding AED fiat access, building partnerships with banks and payment providers, and enhancing our Islamic finance offerings through the development of more Shariah-compliant products," Derek added. "By working closely with regulators, institutions, and builders, we aim to support the next phase of responsible digital asset adoption across the Middle East, while expanding our presence across the GCC, with Bahrain representing one of the next key milestones for Bybit in the region."
Building Long-Term Roots in the UAE
Bybit views the UAE not only as a market, but as a strategic bridge between traditional financial systems and the emerging digital asset economy.
As part of its commitment to the local community, the company partnered with the Emirates Red Crescent during Ramadan to support the Iftar Tent initiative, providing meals throughout the holy month and organizing employee volunteer activities to assist families and individuals in need.
Amid the recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Bybit has also taken proactive steps to ensure the safety and well-being of its UAE-based employees while maintaining stable services for its global users. The company activated comprehensive Business Continuity Protocols (BCP) across its Dubai and Abu Dhabi operations, introducing daily management check-ins, real-time employee safety confirmations, and relocation or travel assistance for staff in sensitive areas.
"Bybit's commitment to the UAE was made for the long term — through growth and through adversity," said Helen. "We continue to invest in local talent, regulatory compliance, and community partnerships. The UAE's vision to become the world's leading digital asset hub is not diminished by this crisis. If anything, the resilience this nation is showing only reinforces why we chose to build here."
"Our users in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and across the Gulf need to know one thing: Bybit is open, Bybit is liquid, and Bybit is staffed around the clock," Derek added. "Your funds are safe. Your access is uninterrupted. We are not going offline, and we are not leaving."
A Message to the UAE Community
"To our entire UAE family — our users, our partners, our colleagues, and every family across the Emirates — Bybit stands with you," said Helen Liu. "We wish safety, strength, and peace to everyone affected by this conflict. The UAE has shown the world what courage and resilience look like, and we are honored to stand alongside this community. We are here today, we will be here tomorrow, and we will be here long after this crisis passes."
#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk
About Bybit
Bybit is the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 80 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit Press
For media inquiries, please contact: media@bybit.com
For updates, please follow: Bybit's Communities and Social Media
DUBAI, UAE, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced the appointment of Derek Dai as Country Manager for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), reinforcing the company's long-term commitment to the United Arab Emirates as a strategic hub for digital asset innovation.
In this role, Derek will lead Bybit's regional strategy across MENA, overseeing market expansion, regulatory collaboration, institutional partnerships, and localized product development as the company continues to strengthen its regulated footprint following its recent Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) license.
"The UAE gave Bybit a home. You do not abandon your home when the storm comes — you stand in the doorway," said Helen Liu, co-CEO of Bybit. "Some companies are reassessing their Gulf exposure right now. We are doing the opposite. We are deepening our presence, our investment, and our commitment to this region."
Bybit's appointment of Derek comes at a pivotal moment for the region — a decision made not despite the current geopolitical uncertainty, but because of it.
A Strategic Moment for the Middle East
"The Middle East is emerging as one of the most important regions shaping the future of digital finance, with the UAE leading the way in building a progressive and well-regulated ecosystem," said Derek Dai, Country Manager for MENA at Bybit.
"Our priority is to deepen collaboration with financial centers such as DIFC and DMCC, while strengthening the infrastructure that connects digital assets with everyday financial services and advancing the development of tokenized real-world assets that bridge traditional finance and the digital asset economy."
"In the coming months, we will focus on expanding AED fiat access, building partnerships with banks and payment providers, and enhancing our Islamic finance offerings through the development of more Shariah-compliant products," Derek added. "By working closely with regulators, institutions, and builders, we aim to support the next phase of responsible digital asset adoption across the Middle East, while expanding our presence across the GCC, with Bahrain representing one of the next key milestones for Bybit in the region."
Building Long-Term Roots in the UAE
Bybit views the UAE not only as a market, but as a strategic bridge between traditional financial systems and the emerging digital asset economy.
As part of its commitment to the local community, the company partnered with the Emirates Red Crescent during Ramadan to support the Iftar Tent initiative, providing meals throughout the holy month and organizing employee volunteer activities to assist families and individuals in need.
Amid the recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Bybit has also taken proactive steps to ensure the safety and well-being of its UAE-based employees while maintaining stable services for its global users. The company activated comprehensive Business Continuity Protocols (BCP) across its Dubai and Abu Dhabi operations, introducing daily management check-ins, real-time employee safety confirmations, and relocation or travel assistance for staff in sensitive areas.
"Bybit's commitment to the UAE was made for the long term — through growth and through adversity," said Helen. "We continue to invest in local talent, regulatory compliance, and community partnerships. The UAE's vision to become the world's leading digital asset hub is not diminished by this crisis. If anything, the resilience this nation is showing only reinforces why we chose to build here."
"Our users in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and across the Gulf need to know one thing: Bybit is open, Bybit is liquid, and Bybit is staffed around the clock," Derek added. "Your funds are safe. Your access is uninterrupted. We are not going offline, and we are not leaving."
A Message to the UAE Community
"To our entire UAE family — our users, our partners, our colleagues, and every family across the Emirates — Bybit stands with you," said Helen Liu. "We wish safety, strength, and peace to everyone affected by this conflict. The UAE has shown the world what courage and resilience look like, and we are honored to stand alongside this community. We are here today, we will be here tomorrow, and we will be here long after this crisis passes."
#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk
About Bybit
Bybit is the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 80 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit Press
For media inquiries, please contact: media@bybit.com
For updates, please follow: Bybit's Communities and Social Media
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Bybit Appoints Derek Dai as MENA Country Manager, Reinforcing Long-Term Commitment to the UAE
