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  • How robotics reflect shift in S. Korea’s food industry

    The South Korean food service industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of robotic technology. This innovative movement is gaining attention for its potential to increase efficiency and address labor shortages. Key Trends Expected Benefits Future Outlook Experts predict increased adoption of robotics in the food service industry due to labor market changes […]

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  • Large Companies and Startups Strengthen Collaboration on AI Chips, the ‘Core of AI Era’

    As AI era dawns, collaboration between Korean AI chip startups and large companies is strengthening.Startups utilize big companies’ development capabilities, while large firms gain business expansion opportunities.Rebellions is developing AI chip ‘Rebel’ with Samsung using 2nm process technology.DEEPX plans to mass-produce ‘DX-M1’ and ‘DX-H1’ AI chips using Samsung’s 5nm process.FuriosaAI is using SK Hynix’s HBM […]

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  • ZERO LATENCY VR ENTERS A NEW ERA WITH 100 VENUES WORLDWIDE AND 4 MILLION PLAYERS PUSHING THE LIMITS OF REALITY

    Zero Latency VR is a global leader in immersive entertainment, achieving a milestone of 100 venues worldwide and over 4 million VR experiences. Founded in Melbourne, Australia, in 2015, the company has set a new standard for free-roam VR, allowing players to explore virtual worlds without physical constraints. Players can fight zombies, outwit robots, and […]

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  • Towards Fire-Risk-Free Batteries

    The recent fires at the primary battery factory in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, and the apartment fire in Cheongna, Incheon, have raised awareness about battery fire risks. While the focus used to be on battery efficiency, safety has now become a priority. Batteries are devices that store electrical energy, and some heat generation is inevitable. However, […]

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  • Performance Verification Satellite from Nuri Rocket’s Second Launch Completes Mission

    The Performance Verification Satellite (PVSAT), launched aboard South Korea’s Nuri rocket (KSLV-II) during its second mission, has successfully completed its mission. The satellite, which was launched on June 21, 2022, completed its primary mission of verifying the Nuri rocket’s payload deployment capabilities and additional tasks, such as deploying CubeSats and testing space technologies developed by […]

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  • Quadrupedal Counter-Terrorism Robot Deployed for Testing in Special Forces and Frontline Units

    A quadrupedal counter-terrorism robot has been deployed for testing by the South Korean Army, as announced by the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) on the 12th. The robot, developed by Hyundai Rotem and Rainbow Robotics, was selected in August 2022 under a rapid demonstration project and completed development on August 5, 2023. The robot can […]

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  • Nuri Rocket’s Fourth Launch to Include CubeSats for Space Pharmaceutical and Satellite Disposal Testing

    The fourth launch of the Nuri rocket next year will carry cube satellites aimed at conducting space pharmaceutical experiments and Earth imaging. The Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) announced that they have selected three 6U satellites and three 3U satellites as secondary payloads for the launch. The 6U satellites include: The 3U satellites include: The […]

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  • Committee on Space Research underscores international cooperation

    At the 45th Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) in Busan, Yoon Young-bin, head of the Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA), emphasized the importance of international collaboration in space exploration and science for the benefit of humanity. Yoon highlighted that to become a significant member of the international space community, Korea will actively engage in cooperative activities. […]

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  • Korean Machinery Industry Continues to Grow in the Global Market

    As of August 23, 2024, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy reported that Korea’s general machinery exports reached $25.7 billion in the first half of the year, marking a 1.6% increase compared to the previous year. This growth stands in stark contrast to the more than 30% decline in exports of semiconductors and displays, […]

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  • Korea’s Leap into the Future with the Boost of the Biotech Industry

    The Korean government has designated the biotech industry as a national strategic technology, announcing an ambitious plan to increase production capacity to KRW 100 trillion and annual exports to USD 50 billion by 2030. This expansion signifies a broadened support not only for vaccine technologies but also for the entire biopharmaceutical sector. The government plans […]

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