# Seoul district small business AI training initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/seoul-district-small-business-ai-training-initiatives > Updated: 2026-08-25T23:08:47.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Various districts in Seoul are implementing specialized training programs to support entrepreneurs and small business owners through digital and AI integration. In Gangnam-gu, a 10-week AX (AI Transformation) course is being launched for early-stage entrepreneurs to focus on business automation, data management, and product development. The program includes an IR Day for presenting business models to investors. Similarly, Songpa-gu is offering an 8-week digital competency program to help merchants utilize smartphones and AI tools for social media marketing and product photography. Jung-gu has also introduced a ‘Small Business Startup Academy’ in collaboration with the Seoul Credit Guarantee Foundation. This intensive two-day program covers business plan development, taxation, and AI-driven online marketing. Participants may also gain access to startup funding of up to 50 million won upon completion of the course. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Jung-gu launches startup academy for small business owners Jung-gu, Seoul, is hosting a two-day startup academy for small business owners, offering training in AI marketing and taxation, plus access to up to 50 million won in startup funding. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jung-gu-launches-startup-academy-for-small-business-owners ### 2026-08-22: Seoul districts launch AI training programs for entrepreneurs and small businesses Seoul's Gangnam and Songpa districts are launching free AI training programs: Gangnam for early-stage entrepreneurs focusing on investment, and Songpa for small business owners focusing on digital marketing. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/seoul-districts-launch-ai-training-programs-for-entrepreneurs-and-small-businesses --- Cite as: Seoul district small business AI training initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/seoul-district-small-business-ai-training-initiatives