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Megazone Cloud Partners with AWS and Aerospace Agency to Support Space Startups Megazone Cloud is collaborating with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and the Aerospace Agency to support domestic space and satellite startups. This year, the program aims to select 15 to 20 domestic startups to enhance their cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) technology and commercialization capabilities.On September 14, Megazone Cloud announced that it is recruiting participants for the 'AWS Space Accelerator: Korea 2026' program, targeting domestic space and satellite startups.The AWS Space Accelerator is a global startup support program that provides cloud technology and business mentoring to enhance the technical development and business growth of startups in the space industry. Since its launch in 2021, it has supported the establishment and expansion of space startups in the United States, Australia, India, and Japan.This year's program in Korea involves AWS, the Aerospace Agency, and Megazone Cloud, with Megazone Cloud overseeing the overall program operations, including hands-on labs and one-on-one technical mentoring.Eligible startups include those involved in satellite manufacturing and operation, earth observation, launch vehicles, orbital services, space communications, space-related AI, and space software. Companies based in Korea that plan to develop space systems on AWS, from early-stage to pre-Series B, can apply.Selected companies will receive cloud and AI technology sessions, hands-on labs, and business coaching, along with networking opportunities with investors and industry stakeholders.Applications will be accepted until October 2. Following this, evaluations and onboarding will take place in October, with the program set to begin on October 27. From then until November 13, participants will engage in cloud and AI technology sessions, hands-on labs, and business coaching, culminating in pitching opportunities at international space events and a final pitch day and graduation ceremony.Yum Dong-hoon, CEO of Megazone Cloud, stated, “We will support domestic space and satellite startups in enhancing their technological competitiveness through cloud and AI technologies, connecting them to actual business growth. We hope this program serves as an opportunity for promising startups to connect with investors, customers, and the industry ecosystem, facilitating their growth in both domestic and international markets.”* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:56:10 -
Defense Acquisition Agency to Host Customized Consulting Day for SMEs on September 21 The Defense Acquisition Agency will hold a Customized Consulting Day for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the defense sector on September 21 at the Grand Ballroom A of Songdo Convensia in Incheon. The event will take place from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This initiative aims to enhance access to information on support programs for defense SMEs and address on-site challenges. The event was organized in response to feedback indicating that SMEs find it difficult to access information about defense support programs. The goal is to introduce key support systems in one place and assist companies from confirming eligibility requirements to preparing applications through tailored consultations. The event will feature a presentation on support programs for defense SMEs, followed by one-on-one consultations at various booths. The Defense Science Research Institute, the Defense Technology Promotion Institute, and Incheon Metropolitan City are collaborating on this initiative. The consultation booths will cover four areas: defense promotion projects, defense technology development, export and financing, and regulations and challenges, comprising a total of 13 booths. In the defense promotion and technology development areas, information on eligibility requirements and application procedures for interested projects will be provided. The export and financing area will offer consultations on international cooperation, offset trade, fund investment, and interest compensation systems, while the regulations and challenges area will address difficulties faced by companies, such as contract systems and export permits. Participating companies can freely visit booths of interest for consultations. Each booth will be staffed by personnel from the Defense Acquisition Agency and specialized operating organizations to provide tailored advice based on individual company circumstances. Companies wishing to participate can access the registration page via the QR code on the event poster and pre-register their attendee information. On-site registration will also be available on the day of the event. Lee Hyung-seok, Director of the Defense Industry Promotion Bureau at the Defense Acquisition Agency, stated, "This consulting day was organized to ensure that defense SMEs do not miss out on necessary support due to a lack of information. The purpose of this event is to listen closely to the challenges faced by companies and provide direct assistance in resolving those issues." The Defense Acquisition Agency plans to continue regular consulting days to maintain communication with the field. 2026-09-14 08:56:00
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Samsung Life Introduces Mobile System for Reviving Lapsed Insurance Policies 삼성생명이 보험료 연체로 효력을 잃은 보험계약을 모바일로 되살릴 수 있는 서비스를 선보였다. 삼성생명은 보험료 연체로 해지된 보험계약의 부활 청약을 스마트폰으로 처리할 수 있는 '모바일 부활 시스템'을 도입했다고 14일 밝혔다. 보험계약 부활은 보험료 연체로 해지된 보험을 다시 정상 계약으로 되돌리는 절차다. 해약환급금을 받지 않은 계약 가운데 해지일로부터 3년 이내인 경우 신청할 수 있다. 기존에는 고객이 컨설턴트를 직접 만나 청약서를 작성하고 접수해야 했다. 앞으로는 콜센터나 컨설턴트에게 부활 의사를 전달하면 카카오 알림톡을 통해 안내를 받은 뒤 스마트폰에서 서류 작성부터 보험료 납입까지 처리할 수 있다. 서비스 이용 시간은 평일 오전 8시부터 오후 11시까지다. 계약자와 피보험자가 동일하고 피보험자가 1명인 개인 고객 계약이 대상이다. 고지 절차도 간소화했다. 해지 기간 중 병력이 없는 경우 관련 질문을 자동으로 건너뛰고, 가입한 특약에 따라 필요한 고지 문항만 제시하는 방식이다. 삼성생명 관계자는 "모바일 부활 시스템 도입으로 고객이 대면 절차나 서류 작성 부담 없이 보험계약 부활을 간편하게 처리할 수 있게 됐다"며 "언제 어디서나 보험 서비스를 이용할 수 있도록 디지털 서비스를 지속 확대해 나가겠다"고 말했다. * This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:56:00
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LS Mtron Accelerates Distribution of Autonomous Tractors with 140 Test Drives Nationwide LS Mtron is expanding its on-site marketing and technology distribution for autonomous tractors across the country.On September 14, LS Mtron announced that it has conducted a total of 140 test drive events for its autonomous tractors in 86 locations nationwide, from Gangwon's Goseong to Jeju Island. Over 10,000 farmers and local officials participated.Participants had the opportunity to operate the MT9 and MT7 autonomous tractors, experiencing their ease of use and potential applications in agricultural settings. They also explored autonomous operation features tailored to regional agricultural environments and crop characteristics.In July, LS Mtron held the first test drive event for autonomous tractors in Seogwipo, Jeju, where about 70 agricultural representatives attended to see demonstrations of features suited for the island's crop-focused farming environment.Since the first commercialization of autonomous tractors in Korea in 2021, LS Mtron has continued to develop new technologies, including obstacle detection and autonomous operation on irregular farmland. The company has established three mega centers in Jeonbuk (Central), Jeonnam (Southern), and Gyeongbuk (Eastern) where these tractors can be experienced year-round.As rural aging and labor shortages intensify, the demand for autonomous tractors is expected to rise. According to the preliminary results of the 2025 Agricultural, Forestry, and Fisheries Census by the National Data Agency, the proportion of farmers aged 65 and older has surpassed 51.3% for the first time. The average age of farm operators is 67.7 years, with 78.8% being 60 years or older.Shin Jae-ho, CEO of LS Mtron, stated, "I hope more farmers can experience autonomous tractors and find ways to utilize them in their farming environments. We will continue to enhance autonomous operation technology to reduce the workload for farmers and increase productivity."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:52:10
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POSCO Group Showcases Decarbonization Innovations at 2026 Climate Industry Expo POSCO Group announced on the 14th that it will participate in the '2026 Climate Industry International Expo' from the 16th to the 18th at BEXCO in Busan, showcasing its decarbonization technology capabilities and vision.The Climate Industry International Expo is an international event co-hosted by the Ministry of Climate Energy and Environment, the International Energy Agency (IEA), and the World Bank, aimed at leading responses to the climate crisis and the transition to decarbonization. This year’s theme is 'Transformative Changes Driven by Climate Tech: A Leap Towards a Decarbonized World,' which will introduce the latest industrial trends in climate technology and discuss global cooperation for decarbonization.Participating for the sixth time, POSCO Group will operate a unified exhibition hall featuring four companies: POSCO Holdings, POSCO, POSCO International, and POSCO E&C, under the concept 'POSCO: Opening the K-GX Ecosystem with Decarbonized Steel.'The exhibition hall will consist of four zones: decarbonization innovation technology, core materials, zero-carbon energy, and the K-GX ecosystem.In the decarbonization innovation technology zone, the exhibition will highlight POSCO's hydrogen reduction steelmaking technology, known as 'HyREX,' along with bridge technologies based on blast furnaces and electric furnaces, showcasing its capabilities in steel decarbonization.The core materials zone will present key steel products that support the transition of manufacturing industries to AX and GX, including energy storage systems (ESS), data centers, physical AI, new mobility, and power infrastructure.The zero-carbon energy zone will consolidate the group's capabilities in zero-carbon energy projects and EPC competitiveness. POSCO International will share updates on its domestic offshore wind and solar projects in line with the government's renewable energy expansion policies, while POSCO E&C will demonstrate how it is enhancing GX synergies within the group through nuclear power, small modular reactors (SMR), and high-temperature gas reactors.The highlight of the exhibition, the K-GX ecosystem zone, will showcase POSCO Group's vision for a 'Successful Model of South Korea's Decarbonization Ecosystem.' This model is a large-scale project aimed at establishing a decarbonization cluster in the southeastern region, linked to HyREX demonstration facilities through public-private cooperation.The southeastern region is noted for its ability to reliably supply zero-carbon energy based on abundant nuclear power and is considered an optimal location for clean hydrogen production using electrolysis facilities.POSCO Group stated, 'We will leverage government support for decarbonization policies to complete the commercialization technology for hydrogen reduction steelmaking and lead the establishment of the southeastern cluster as a representative successful model of the K-GX industrial ecosystem based on the HyREX demonstration facilities.'Meanwhile, the Climate Industry International Expo serves as an international platform for governments, international organizations, and companies to share the latest technologies and policies for addressing the climate crisis and achieving carbon neutrality.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:52:10
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Real Estate Tax Inquiries Surpass Last Year's Total in Just Seven Months In the first seven months of this year, inquiries submitted to the National Tax Service regarding capital gains tax, comprehensive real estate tax, and inheritance and gift tax have exceeded 90% of last year's total. As the number of inquiries has increased, so has the number of unanswered cases.According to data received by Lee Jong-wook, a member of the National Assembly's Finance and Economy Committee from the People Power Party, there were 2,726 inquiries related to these tax categories from January to July this year, accounting for 91.3% of last year's total of 2,987.Tax law interpretation inquiries allow taxpayers to submit specific tax-related questions in writing or via the Home Tax Service, prompting the National Tax Service to review relevant laws and provide responses.Of the inquiries, 2,262 were related to capital gains tax, making up about 83% of the total. This figure is nearly double the 1,140 inquiries during the same period last year and is close to last year's total of 2,365.The increase in inquiries is attributed to the resumption of higher capital gains tax rates for multiple homeowners on May 10 and discussions surrounding potential changes to long-term holding exemptions and capital gains tax deduction limits ahead of an August tax reform announcement.The number of inquiries for these three tax categories decreased from 7,073 in 2021 to 4,389 in 2022, and 2,349 in 2023. However, it rose again to 2,673 in 2024 and 2,987 last year.This year, inquiries started at 327 in January, increased to 437 in February and 493 in March, then dropped to 358 in April and 310 in May. They rose again to 401 in June and 400 in July.Unanswered inquiries are also accumulating. The number of unanswered inquiries related to capital gains tax, comprehensive real estate tax, and inheritance and gift tax increased from 1,062 in 2024 and 1,194 last year to 1,578 as of July this year. Among these, 230 inquiries have gone unanswered for over 365 days, which is 2.3 times last year's figure of 100.Lee Jong-wook stated, "With frequently changing tax laws and complex exceptions, it is difficult for citizens to gauge their tax burdens. We need to enhance the predictability of real estate tax policies to enable rational decision-making in real estate transactions."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:52:00
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Hana Securities Raises DL E&C Target Price to $100 Due to Data Center and Power Plant Contracts Hana Securities has raised its target price for DL E&C from 80,000 won to 100,000 won, reflecting expectations for improved performance due to an increase in contracts for data centers and power plants. The investment recommendation remains a 'buy.'Kim Seung-jun, a researcher at Hana Securities, stated, "DL E&C has been selected as the construction company for the 100 MW building of a 300 MW artificial intelligence (AI) data center being developed in the Songshan Industrial Complex in Dangjin, South Chungcheong Province, and is currently in the pre-construction phase. The company plans to begin construction in early November, with expectations for contracts worth about 1 trillion won in the fourth quarter, aiming to start services in the first quarter of 2028, which will accelerate revenue generation."He added, "We can also expect linked contracts for the B and C buildings, each with a capacity of 100 MW, and we anticipate data center contracts worth 2 trillion won in the second half of this year and another 2 trillion won in 2027."Kim also highlighted expectations for additional contracts due to the expansion of power plant projects. DL E&C has secured contracts worth 500 billion won for the Dongjeju Combined Cycle Power Plant and 244.1 billion won for the Asan Combined Heat and Power Plant this year. He noted, "Based on these references, we can raise expectations for contracts related to the Texas Encinhal Combined Cycle Power Plant construction project, which is the first major investment project in the U.S."Furthermore, Kim explained that the Texas Encinhal project has a total capacity of 6.3 GW, with plans to construct 1.4 GW of gas power in the first phase and gradually expand to 4.9 GW of combined cycle power. He emphasized that DL E&C has the advantage of synergy through collaboration with its affiliate, DL Energy.He concluded, "We have adjusted our valuation to reflect the anticipated data center contracts in the second half of this year and next year, the potential for EPC contracts for the combined cycle power plant in the U.S., and expectations for public contracts from LH."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:52:00
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Lee to Host Relay Summit Starting Today, Discussing Mineral and Energy Cooperation with Central Asia President Lee Jae-myung will begin a series of relay summits today, leading up to the first Korea-Central Asia Summit in Seoul on the 16th. The discussions are expected to focus on diversifying global supply chains by linking Central Asia's rich mineral and energy resources with South Korea's exploration and processing technologies.According to the Blue House, President Lee will hold a summit with Uzbekistan this afternoon. He is also scheduled to meet with leaders from Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan on the 15th, followed by talks with Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan on the 16th. Additionally, he will meet with Masatsugu Asakawa, President of the Asian Development Bank, this morning.This summit is notable as it marks the first multilateral summit involving the South Korean government and Central Asian countries. The aim is to present a mid- to long-term cooperation vision and to produce a 'Seoul Declaration.'Following the summit, a Korea-Central Asia Business Summit will be held, attended by over 500 leaders from participating countries, governments, and businesses.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:48:20
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Gaon Cable Enters Floating Solar Market with Major Projects Gaon Cable is expanding its renewable energy business by entering the floating solar market.On September 14, Gaon Cable announced it will supply approximately 17 billion won worth of ACF cables for major domestic floating solar projects, including Seokmunho and Saemangeum.This supply marks Gaon Cable's first contract in the floating solar sector and is the first instance of applying ACF technology to floating solar projects. Following its supply for the land-based solar project on Bijindo in 2023, the company has now extended the application of ACF to floating solar.ACF is an integrated cable with a protective aluminum sheath, allowing for installation without separate piping, which reduces construction processes and shortens project timelines.In response to the growing scale of floating solar power plants, Gaon Cable has developed large-scale, long-distance products tailored to enhance installation and maintenance efficiency in floating solar environments.As large-scale floating solar projects are being pursued in South Korea, the demand for related power infrastructure is expected to grow. The government plans to establish a floating solar power plant with a total capacity of 1.2 gigawatts (GW) in Saemangeum by 2030. The company aims to use this initial supply as a stepping stone to expand its participation in subsequent projects and to intensify its efforts in the domestic floating solar market.Gaon Cable is also expanding its high-value specialty cable business, focusing on large power infrastructure markets such as AI data centers, solar energy, and power plants. The company plans to strengthen its market competitiveness with differentiated products, including ACF, low-friction cables, and cable buses.Jung Hyun, CEO of Gaon Cable, stated, "We will continue to expand the application of ACF in renewable energy sectors, including floating solar, as well as in various power infrastructure areas such as railways and roads."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 08:48:00
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Samsung Electronics Unveils High-Efficiency Heat Pump Solutions to Replace Fossil Fuel Boilers Samsung Electronics is accelerating its entry into the domestic residential electrification market for heating and cooling with its high-efficiency heat pump technology.The company is participating in the '2026 Global Green Hydrogen Forum' at the Jeju International Convention Center from September 14 to 16, where it will showcase its integrated residential heating and cooling solution, 'EHS All-in-One,' and its high-performance heating solution, 'EHS Heat Pump Boiler.'Hosted by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, the event aims to demonstrate next-generation high-efficiency energy technologies.The EHS heat pump lineup utilizes air-source heat and electricity to significantly enhance energy efficiency compared to traditional fossil fuel boilers. The technology will be intuitively introduced through conceptual diagrams and graphics tailored to Jeju's residential environment.The 'EHS All-in-One' system provides air cooling, underfloor heating, and hot water supply from a single outdoor unit. It maximizes efficiency with a heat recovery feature that recycles waste heat generated during cooling for hot water production, and it uses R32 eco-friendly refrigerant.The 'EHS Heat Pump Boiler' achieves a heating energy efficiency (SCOP 4.9) approximately five times that of its power consumption. It incorporates anti-freeze heaters and high-efficiency compression technology to reliably supply hot water at 70°C even in temperatures as low as -15°C, and it can operate in heating mode at -25°C.Both solutions support remote control via a touch display and the SmartThings app.Samsung Electronics is validating its infrastructure for expanding domestic distribution by establishing a new production line at its Gwangju facility and conducting demonstrations at standalone homes in Jeju and the Samsung C&T Residential Research Institute in Yongin.Park Jeong-mi, Vice President of Samsung Electronics Korea, stated, "We will actively contribute to enhancing energy efficiency in residential environments and the electrification of heating and cooling in Korea based on our high-efficiency solutions." 2026-09-14 08:44:10