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Korean labor force to shrink by 10 million by 2044: report
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Allegations surrounding BTS resurface, enraged fans demand apology
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'Super Rich in Korea' will leave viewers appreciating Korea more: producers
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Probe of first lady on Dior bag allegations set to begin
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Top prosecutor pledges 'speedy, strict' probe into first lady's luxury bag allegations
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Medical feud leaves hospitals in financial crisis
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'Queen of Tears' riding high on Netflix chart
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Chip up cycle won’t stay long: SK chief
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[KH Explains] Can tech firms' AI alliances take on Nvidia?
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With Indonesia unable to pay full share, what’s next for KF-21 fighter project?
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Korean firms to flaunt tech supremacy at CES
South Korean tech companies are gearing up to showcase their latest cutting-edge products and innovations at the upcoming CES 2024, the world’s largest tech trade show that opens Tuesday in Las Vegas. After years of pandemic disruptions, this year’s CES is expected to attract over 130,000 visitors, making it second largest after a record 180,000 visitors in 2020, according to the event organizer, Consumer Technology Association. Under the theme of “All On,” the upcoming C
Jan. 7, 2024
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삼성디스플레이, 미국서 ‘IRONFLEX’ 상표출원...'더 강한' 폴더블폰 나오나?
[코리아헤럴드=조혜림 기자] 삼성디스플레이가 차세대 폴더블 디스플레이 브랜드 'IRONFLEX(아이언플렉스)'를 최근 미국서 상표출원한 것으로 확인됐다. 폴더블 제품명에 주로 쓰던 'flex'에 강하고 견고함을 뜻하는 영어단어 'iron'을 합성한 것으로 화면 주름 등 내구성이 한층 개선된 제품으로 보인다. 7일 미국 특허청에 따르면 삼성디스플레이는 지난 3일 ‘IRONFLEX’의 상표등록출원서를 제출하고 심사를 기다리고 있다. 상표의 사용범위를 '폴더블 스마트폰,' '폴더블 모니터,' '폴더블 태블릿' 등으로 광범위하고 구체적으로 명시하고 있다. 취재결과 삼성디스플레이는 해당 상표를 미국뿐만 아니라 한국과 영국에서도 동시에 출원했다. 업계 관계자는 “디스플레이 시장에서 경쟁이 심화하면서 기업들이 빠르게 움직이고 있다”며 “
Jan. 7, 2024
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Samsung to boost patent leadership with ‘Ironflex’ trademark for foldable displays
Samsung Display has recently registered the "Ironflex" trademark for its next foldable display technology, according to a filing with the US patent agency and industry sources, Sunday. The filing said that the Korean display maker submitted the filing to the US Patent and Trademark Office on Jan. 3 and was waiting for the agency’s review. Similar filings are also found to have been made in South Korea and the UK. The Ironflex trademark consists of standard characters without clai
Jan. 7, 2024
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Nexon's Intelligence Labs aims to enhance user experience
South Korean game developer and publisher Nexon is steering the future of the gaming industry with Intelligence Labs, an in-house AI research and development team designated to exploring the optimal gaming experience for users. Launched in 2017, Intelligence Labs has used machine learning and deep learning to come up with more engaging and immersive games. A team of around 700 engineers is now zeroing in on generative artificial intelligence research to create original, personalized content for
Jan. 5, 2024
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[NCSI] Samsung Fire & Marine, Samsung Securities, Samsung C&T, Lotte Global Logistics top NCSI customer satisfaction ratings in 2023
South Korea suffered a slight decline in customer satisfaction across industries last year, an annual survey by the Korea Productivity Center said Thursday, in reflection of a sluggish economy and people’s increased belt-tightening amid high-flying interest rates. The KPC’s National Customer Satisfaction Index for 2023 was 78.2 points, down 0.2 points from the previous year. It was the first time the figure fell since 2010. The KPC, an affiliated agency of the Ministry of Trade, Indu
Jan. 4, 2024
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Samsung, Hyundai Motor to boost home-car connectivity
South Korea's top makers of chips and cars, Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor Group, are joining hands for heightened connectivity by integrating their smart home and connective car solutions, the companies said Thursday. In a signing ceremony on Wednesday, the two sides agreed to expand Samsung's SmartThings platform to support Hyundai Motor and Kia's connected cars, including electric vehicles. The goal of their partnership is to develop "Home-to-Car" and "C
Jan. 4, 2024
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LG, West Virginia to collaborate on tech ventures
LG Electronics’ North American Innovation Center, also known as LG Nova, has forged a strategic partnership with the US state of West Virginia to advance technologies for renewable energy, health care and other future industries, the Korean tech giant said Thursday. The two entities agreed to form an impact fund dubbed the Nova West Virginia Investment Fund to channel $700 million in project investment into the state over the next five years and grow related businesses. The businesses deve
Jan. 4, 2024
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[Photo News] Virtual flight attendant
Netmarble's Metaverse Entertainment and Korean Air said Thursday that they have collaborated to create a virtual-reality in-flight safety video, debuting this week. The video features a virtual environment called the Korean Air Safety Lounge and Lina, a digital avatar styled as a flight attendant. Utilizing visual effects and 3D technologies, including motion graphics and 3D sculptures, the video aims to convey safety information intuitively while enhancing Korean Air's brand image g
Jan. 4, 2024
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Beyond messaging: Line focuses on users' peace of mind
Global service Line has become one of the most popular messaging apps in Asia, with its presence soaring as an essential platform that enhances convenience in daily life. According to Line Plus, the global arm of Japan-based LY Corp., Line is considered a must-have app, especially in Southeast Asia, where it offers a host of special features from disaster alerts to mental care and fighting misinformation. The company launched Line Alert, an official account dedicated to disaster notifications, i
Jan. 3, 2024
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[KH explains] How young are ‘young’ CEOs in Korea?
“Generational shift” has long been a buzz phrase in the year-end leadership reshuffle at Corporate Korea for years. 2023 was no exception. The nation’s conglomerates, especially the top four, have touted having promoted younger executives to breathe fresh air into somewhat rigid operations and prepare for the next growth drivers in the ever-evolving business environment. Many of the CEOs in their 60s stepped down to be replaced by those in their 50s, while managers in their 40s
Jan. 3, 2024
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Samsung's AI-powered Galaxy S24 to debut this month
Samsung Electronics will unveil the Galaxy S24 series featuring the company’s latest artificial intelligence model in Silicon Valley -- the home turf of its archrival, Apple -- this month. Releasing the official invitation on Wednesday, the world’s largest smartphone maker said it will hold the Unpacked event for its flagship smartphone series in San Jose on Jan. 17. The company said it will be “opening a new era of mobile AI” with the latest smartphone series. “A
Jan. 3, 2024
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SK chief vows management overhaul in 2024
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won vowed in his New Year's message Monday to review and reorganize the management system of the nation's second-largest conglomerate to better handle challenges in 2024. "A loose 'geomungo' (a six-string Korean zither) can only produce the right notes if the strings are untangled and re-tensioned,” Chey said in the message sent to all executives and staff of SK Group affiliates via email. "Let's all review and refine our manage
Jan. 1, 2024
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[Photo News] Samsung AI vacuum cleaner
Samsung Electronics said Thursday it will unveil a new vacuum cleaner lineup with advanced artificial intelligence at the CES 2024 in January. The Bespoke Jet Bot Combo, a robot vacuum and mop cleaner, and Bespoke Jet AI will showcase enhanced AI features and steam cleaning to foster an easier cleaning experience for users, the company said. (Samsung Electronics)
Dec. 28, 2023
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[Photo News] LG AI home manager
LG Electronics said Wednesday it will unveil its artificial intelligence smart home robot at the upcoming CES 2024 next month. The latest AI agent boasts robotics and multimodal technologies that enable it to move, learn, comprehend and engage in complex conversations. The company said the latest device will play a role as an all-around home manager and a companion to enhance users’ daily lives by lessening the burden of house chores. (LG Electronics)
Dec. 27, 2023
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US supply chain review to boost Korean chip sales: analysts
The US government’s survey on its semiconductor supply chain would likely boost sales for Korean chipmakers, with the heightened surveillance on the usage of Chinese chips raising uncertainties for US tech giants, according to an analysis, Tuesday. Last week, the US Department of Commerce said it will start the survey in January to identify how US companies are sourcing so-called legacy chips -- the current-generation and mature-node semiconductors. The purpose of the analysis is to &ldquo
Dec. 26, 2023
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[KH Explains] Naver, AfreecaTV rivalry heats up as Twitch exodus begins
With Amazon-owned popular game livestreaming platform Twitch’s decision to withdraw from the Korean market, the competition to lure the market leader’s popular streamers and millions of users appears to be in full swing among local platform operators AfreecaTV and Naver. Until recently, Twitch occupied more than half the market -- 52 percent -- with 2.32 million active users according to the monthly average of subscribers January 2022 through November 2023. AfreecaTV, the runner-up w
Dec. 26, 2023
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LG Nova to offer glimpse into future startup tech at CES 2024
LG Nova, LG Electronics’ North American Innovation Center, will offer a glimpse into the technologies that will lead growth in the future at CES 2024, slated to be held in January in Las Vegas, the company said on Monday. At the annual consumer electronics show, LG’s US entity will open its showroom under the theme “Building a brighter tomorrow together.” Its 10 partnering startups will present their innovative technology ideas in four fields: digital health, clean tech,
Dec. 25, 2023
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LG Electronics opens experience zone targeting 'Doi Moi' generation in Vietnam
LG Electronics said Friday it has launched an experience zone, called “Another Saigon,” in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, targeting young customers amid growing demand for premium home appliances. Vietnam's market economy has experienced a rejuvenation driven by the "Doi Moi" generation — individuals born after the country initiated political reforms in 1986 to establish a socialist market economy. Given the younger generation's greater familiarity with social media
Dec. 22, 2023
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Huawei to spur Korea’s digital shift next year: CEO
Huawei Technologies Korea will maintain its commitment to accelerating Korea’s digital transformation momentum by providing safer and more innovative products and solutions industrywide, the company’s top executive said Wednesday. “We will help the Korean ICT industry develop more actively in the future by introducing our outstanding research and development achievements and experiences in various sectors, including artificial intelligence, 5G network and cloud computing, to th
Dec. 21, 2023
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SK Broadband bolsters IPTV with AI
SK Broadband, a major South Korean internet service provider, said Wednesday it is introducing an internet protocol television, or IPTV, service using artificial intelligence that aims to provide more tailored content to users. Under the goal of becoming the paid broadcasting market leader, SK's IPTV platform B tv provides hyper-personalized services to users by analyzing and predicting their lifestyles using AI technology. "Starting with the launch of 'AI B tv,' we aim to gr
Dec. 20, 2023