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JUNG YEON WOO
  • Gasoline, Diesel Prices Top 1,800 Won Nationwide; Seoul Nears 1,900
    Gasoline, Diesel Prices Top 1,800 Won Nationwide; Seoul Nears 1,900 Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have increased volatility in global oil prices, and rising demand at the pump has pushed average gasoline and diesel prices at South Korean stations above 1,800 won per liter. According to the Korea National Oil Corp.’s Opinet price information system, the nationwide average gasoline price stood at 1,840.5 won per liter as of 7 p.m. on the 5th, up 63.0 won from the previous day. It was the first time the national average topped 1,800 won since Aug. 12, 2022, when it reached 1,805.9 won. Diesel rose more sharply. The nationwide average diesel price climbed 111.0 won in a day to 1,839.8 won per liter. Diesel last exceeded 1,800 won on Dec. 12, 2022, when it was 1,807.4 won. The recent rise in domestic fuel prices is widely attributed to heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that have amplified swings in global crude prices. With concerns growing over potential supply disruptions, international crude prices have been trending higher, adding upward pressure to domestic petroleum product prices.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-03-05 20:12:16
  • Bodyfriend Lunar New Year Deals, Ceragem Wins 4 Good Design Awards, New Products From Yuhan-Kimberly, Hanssem and Ace Bed
    Bodyfriend Lunar New Year Deals, Ceragem Wins 4 Good Design Awards, New Products From Yuhan-Kimberly, Hanssem and Ace Bed Bodyfriend launches Lunar New Year promotion, 'The Standard of Gifts' Bodyfriend said Tuesday it is launching its Lunar New Year “The Standard of Gifts” promotion for customers who rent or buy its health care robots, offering benefits worth up to 2.52 million won. The company said customers who rent or purchase eligible products can combine three offers — a special Lunar New Year gift benefit, an upfront-payment discount program and a co-branded credit-card statement discount — for total savings of up to 2.52 million won. Products included are the aesthetic health care robot “Quantum Beauty Capsule,” the full-body twist health care robot “Edenrobo” and the AI health care robot “Da Vinci AI.” A Bodyfriend official said the promotion offers “unprecedented price benefits” and includes an additional gift, allowing customers to receive “one more unit.” Ceragem wins four main prizes at U.S. Good Design Awards Ceragem said Tuesday that four of its major health care products won main prizes at the U.S. Good Design Awards. The winners were the relaxation appliances “Pause M8 Fit” and “Pause M10,” the circulation-improvement medical device “Celtron Circulation Chair,” and the beauty device “Medispa Pro.” A Ceragem official said the awards reflect global recognition of the company’s design philosophy, which considers not only appearance but also users’ living spaces and experiences. Yuhan-Kimberly launches Kleenex 'Humid Moist Mask Black' Yuhan-Kimberly said Tuesday it has launched the “Kleenex Humid Moist Mask Black,” designed to provide a humidifying effect. The company said the mask uses a humidifying pad that supplies moisture, helping keep the nose and throat comfortable in dry conditions. Kleenex introduced the humidifying-mask concept in South Korea in 2016, and the company said it has since become an everyday essential. Yuhan-Kimberly said the product is popular as an in-flight item for overseas travel and that last year’s annual sales rose about 900% from two years earlier. A Yuhan-Kimberly official called the Kleenex Humid Moist Mask a steady seller whose usefulness in dry environments — including winter, seasonal transitions and long flights — has been proven by consumers over 10 years. Hanssem unveils new FLO dining table series Hanssem said Tuesday it has launched its new FLO dining table series, aimed at creating a modern, on-trend dining space. The company said the concept is “harmony that blends into the space,” pairing a clean, straight tabletop with soft curved details for a neat but comfortable look. Hanssem said the table uses bold legs for stability and a matte finish for a more premium appearance. It comes in two colors: “Cotton White” and “Warm Black.” A Hanssem official said the FLO table combines a basic, timeless design with the company’s quality standards. Ace Bed launches OLIVO single bed with modern take on British retro style Ace Bed has launched the OLIVO single bed, a modern reinterpretation of British retro style. The company said Tuesday it is introducing OLIVO and will target consumers seeking a stylish bedroom with a new product that strengthens both design and functionality. Ace Bed described OLIVO as a fabric bed that balances comfort and refinement. The company said the headboard’s muted olive-green color and tidy check pattern create a calm but lively mood, and that the nature-inspired color works well with natural and modern interiors. An Ace Bed official said OLIVO would be a good choice for customers looking for an intellectual, classic interior with British retro sensibility.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-01-28 17:18:33
  • INTERVIEW: South Koreas Tesolo targets global humanoid market with robotic hand
    INTERVIEW: South Korea's Tesolo targets global humanoid market with robotic hand SEOUL, December 04 (AJP) - South Korean robotic gripper maker Tesolo is positioning itself at the forefront of the emerging “physical AI” era, betting that its multi-joint robotic hand can become a core component of next-generation humanoids. The company plans to accelerate commercialization through partnerships with major Korean manufacturers and global humanoid robotics startups. In an interview, CEO Kim Young-jin said Tesolo’s competitive edge lies in its ability to generate high-quality AI training data through advanced manipulation. “We aim to leverage our strengths in AI data collection to elevate our status in the robot automation market,” he said. Founded in 2019 after Kim’s research tenure at the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology, Tesolo specializes in robotic grippers — an essential technology that enables robots to grasp and manipulate objects with human-like dexterity. Its flagship product, the DG-5F (Delto Gripper-5F), features five fingers and 20 active joints, allowing precise, delicate movements modeled after the human hand. Kim said the company is now focused on deploying its technology in industrial settings. “Although we’re currently in the sample market, we have completed all verification for field use,” he said, adding that Tesolo plans to introduce the DG-5F to automotive production lines. Tesolo has also accelerated its global push. The DG-5F made its international debut at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, where it won an innovation award in robotics. Kim said the company held “successful meetings” with U.S. humanoid developers and advanced academic collaborations with Stanford University and ETH Zurich, contributing to roughly $2 million in exports this year. The company will also showcase its technology at the “K-Humanoid” booth at CES 2026. Tesolo is expanding further into China, where it already operates three dealerships in Beijing and Shanghai and collaborates with PND Robotics. “We are focusing on robot-hand platform development to showcase a variety of convergent technologies,” Kim said. * This article, published by Aju Business Daily, was translated by AI and edited by AJP. 2025-12-04 08:41:31