Opinion: New Zealand is moving closer to digital IDs – it's time to rethink how we protect our valuable data

SEOUL, July 05 (AJU PRESS) - New Zealand shifted closer towards digital credentials for access to online services this week with the launch of the Trust Framework Authority. It will determine which organizations are verified to provide digital identity services. The digital ID scheme aims to ease transactions such as opening a bank account or accessing government services by moving identity verification away from physical documents. This has the potential to transform New Zealand

July 5, 2024

Bucheon's annual film fest kicks off with focus on AI

SEOUL, July 4 (AJU PRESS) - The annual Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN) kicked off its 11-day run with a star-studded red carpet event at a venue, west of Seoul on Thursday. The Asia's largest genre film festival, featuring primarily horror, thriller and sci-fi movies, will showcase about 255 short and feature films from 49 countries this year. With a focus on the rising trend of artificial intelligence, the festival, in its 28th year, exp

July 4, 2024

KAI signs deal with Peruvian firm for joint production of FA-50 parts

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Peru's state-run aviation maintenance company, SEMAN, for the joint production of FA-50 light attack aircraft parts, Korea's sole aircraft maker announced on Thursday. SEMAN, which operates under Peru's Ministry of Defense, is responsible for the maintenance and performance upgrades of aircraft. The agreement followed discussions on industrial cooperation measures

July 4, 2024

Court rejects arrest warrant for driver in deadly car crash in Seoul

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - A court has dismissed an arrest warrant for a 68-year-old driver involved in a deadly car crash that killed nine people and injured seven in central Seoul on Monday night, police said Thursday. The tragic accident occurred around 9:27 p.m. (1227 GMT) at an intersection near City Hall in Seoul. A Genesis luxury sedan, driven by the man identified by his surname Cha, was traveling the wrong way on a one-way, four-lane street. Cha lost control of the car,

July 4, 2024

PHOTOS: Seoul mourns car crash victims

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - On the evening of July 1, 2024, a deadly car crash took place near Seoul City Hall Station when a luxury sedan plowed into a pedestrian walkway at an intersection. Nine were killed and seven were injured in the accident. At the accident site, people continue to pay their respects, paying tribute with various items such as flowers and alcoholic drinks placed to honor the victims.

July 4, 2024

GS Group holds inhouse hackathon to enhance AI capabilities

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - GS Group, South Korea's ninth-largest conglomerate, held an in-house contest this week to encourage employees to harness generative artificial intelligence. The annual GS Group Hackathon took place at InterContinental Seoul COEX in southern Seoul on Wednesday and Thursday. Contestants examined issues discovered in their businesses, such as convenience stores, gas stations and construction sites, and developed services or business models using digi

July 4, 2024

Korea to conduct survey on individuals with borderline IQ

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - Korea will conduct a survey on individuals who face difficulties in daily life due to their lower-than-average intelligence, the Ministry of Education said Wednesday. These individuals are often excluded from various government support programs, as they are not classified as intellectually disable. People with borderline intellectual functioning, defined as having an intelligence quotient (Q) between 71 and 84, require government support, but accurate

July 4, 2024

KAERI, LG Innotek collaborate on nuclear battery technology

SEOUL, July 4 (AJU PRESS) - The Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) and LG Innotek have agreed to cooperate in developing thermoelectric technology for nuclear batteries used in space and defense sectors. The partnership, signed on Wednesday, aims to strengthen development capabilities for localizing thermoelectric elements, a core component of nuclear batteries. These batteries, which generate power using the decay heat of radioisotopes, can provide stable energy even

July 4, 2024

Samsung to run Galaxy experience zones in seven major global cities

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - Samsung Electronics plans to open promotional zones for its upcoming Galaxy products in seven major cities, including New York, Paris and Tokyo, next week, the company said Thursday. The Seoul-based tech giant is scheduled to unveil new smartphones, watches and other devices at Galaxy Unpacked 2024 in Paris next Wednesday. Following the event, Samsung will operate Galaxy Experience Spaces, also in Seoul, Berlin, Dubai and Jakarta, to showcase new Gala

July 4, 2024

CJ CheilJedang promotes Korean cuisine at Chinese culinary competition

SEOUL, July 4 (AJU PRESS) - CJ CheilJedang sponsored an international Korean food contest in Qingdao, China, last week as part of efforts to promote Korean cuisine globally, the company said Thursday. The company's Cuisine. K project, aimed at nurturing Korean chefs, sponsored a CJ Challenge Live Competition segment at the 2024 K-Food China Qingdao International Culinary Championship held on Friday and Saturday. Chefs from the two countries showcased various dishes using popu

July 4, 2024