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INTERVIEW: Purpose-driven innovation is key for K-startups in global market
SEOUL, January 23 (AJP) - Joo Young-sup, a professor at Seoul National University's Graduate School of Technology Management and former Administrator of the Small and Medium Business Administration (SMBA), shared his insights on the global technology landscape following CES (Consumer Electronics Show) 2025 in an interview with Aju Press (AJP). Reflecting on the annual tech show held earlier this month in Las Vegas, Joo highlighted the growing emphasis on purpose-driven innovat
January 23, 2025 -
Actor Ji Chang-wook named ambassador to promote young scouts
SEOUL, January 22 (AJP) - Actor Ji Chang-wook has been appointed as a promotional ambassador for young scouts, the Korea Scout Association said on Wednesday. The appointment ceremony was held in Yeouido, Seoul on Jan. 11 where Ji was presented with a plaque and a symbolic neckerchief. "Ji, who is expanding his acting spectrum by taking on versatile roles, is expected to play a great role in not only promoting young scouts but also delivering the values of challenges and grow
January 22, 2025 -
Yoon's rise and fall: From star prosecutor to impeached president
SEOUL, December 14 (AJP) - President Yoon Suk Yeol, who led investigations that resulted in former disgraced President Park Geun-hye's ouster in 2016, now faces a similar political fate with his own impeachment. In 2022, Yoon, then an incumbent prosecutor, was elected president by a wafer-thin margin, defeating his rival candidate Lee Jae-myung. His election victory was largely due to his resistance to pressure to fall in line under the previous Moon Jae-in administration, which
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INTERVIEW: Italian TV personality discusses AJP's role in upholding truth and bridging cultures while combating fake news
SEOUL, November 29 (AJP) - "Although news stories have become more accessible and faster through various media platforms, the rise of fake news remains a major challenge," said Alberto Mondi, a popular Italian TV personality here. Mondi, who gained fame after appearing on hit TV show "Non-Summit," first aired in 2014, where foreign panelists from various nationalities discuss diverse topics, now works for the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ITCCK), playing
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Yonsei language institute director emphasizes specialized Korean language education to address industry needs
SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - As Korean language and culture continue to gain global interest, the director of one of South Korea’s leading language institutions has called for a shift toward specialized Korean language education tailored to specific industries. Rhee Seok-chae, director of Yonsei University's Korean Language Institute, which currently has 2,400 students, said that while general language instruction serves many international students, those pursuing careers in
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INTERVIEW: As pet culture evolves, a startup reshapes animal funeral care
SEOUL, November 8 (AJP) - At Four Paws Hwaseong, rows of small cabinets display photos capturing cherished moments of deceased pets. These once-beloved family members now rest peacefully, surrounded by flowers, toys, snacks and mementos from their lives. Through dignified funerals conducted by professional morticians, Petdoc seeks to support pets throughout their lifetimes, even beyond death, in a manner similar to human services. Founded in late 2016, the company launched its fl
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INTERVIEW: AI startup creates interactive memorial avatars
SEOUL, November 5 (AJP) - A single photo and a brief voice recording are all it takes for DeepBrain AI to create lifelike avatars of deceased loved ones. Leveraging artificial intelligence, the Korean start-up allows families to reconnect with their departed through a virtual, interactive memorial service called Re;memory. The company launched it in 2022, initially involving the creation of digital replicas of individuals to preserve their legacies. "We began Re;memory 1
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'Small gestures can make difference': Social entrepreneur helps isolated youth reconnect
SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - When hundreds of young Korean women were rushed to emergency rooms for suicide attempts in 2020, Lee Eun-ae knew she had to act. The social entrepreneur saw it as a desperate cry for help from a generation losing hope. "Due to COVID-19 social distancing measures, numerous small businesses were forced to close. This particularly affected young women in their 20s who relied on part-time jobs for income, leaving them uncertain about their future," sa
November 1, 2024 -
Seek wisdom from elders to weather crisis, seasoned boffin advises
SEOUL, October 29 (AJP) - It is an old custom in South Korea for elderly politicians and scholars to be consulted for their wisdom whenever the country faces a crisis. "Through our combined knowledge and expertise across diverse areas, we can provide a clearer vision and guidance for the country's future," said Oh Myung, the chair of the Korea National Council of Senior Leaders in an interview with Aju Business daily last Friday. Currently led by Oh, the council is
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INTERVIEW: Folk song artist says tradition must evolve to survive
SEOUL, October 17 (AJP) - A never-before-seen performance at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, a prestigious music series showcasing global musicians, captivated music enthusiasts in 2016. A trio, comprising of one female and two male singers, performed songs that echoed the sound of shamanic hymns, backed by Western instruments. The group, Ssing Ssing, fused traditional Korean folk songs with modern Western sounds, presenting a captivating blend of past and present. The male perfo
October 17, 2024
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Elderly poverty in South Korea projected spike by 2050 without pension reform
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UNICEF sends 2.7 million vaccines to North Korea this year to restore routine immunization
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Lotte Biologics signs manufacturing deal for immunotherapy drug with US firm
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Korea's chaebol families add nearly $25 billion in wealth in first half of 2025
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Hanwha showcases submarines, weapons systems in bid for Polish defense contracts
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UNIST develops AI system to spot microscopic assembly defects in seconds
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KAIST uncovers hidden mechanism in next-generation memory technology
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President Lee to speak at UN General Assembly later this month
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LG Electronics partners with Britain's Octopus Energy to push heat pumps in Europe
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Korean researchers develop cheaper, stronger battery material for EVs