Technology
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Carmakers, tech firms gather in Seoul for premier industry show
SEOUL, April 23 (AJU PRESS) – The world's leading companies in the electric vehicle industry will showcase their latest products and technologies at the 37th International Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS37), which kicked off on Tuesday for a four-day run at COEX in southern Seoul. About 160 companies from 12 countries are participating in the world's largest and oldest EV conference-cum-exposition, known as the "Olympics of the EV Industry,"
April 23, 2024 -
AI translation service for foreigners gains momentum in Korea
SEOUL, April 22 (AJU PRESS) - The booming tourism industry is driving the adoption of innovative solutions, with AI translation services taking center stage. These services, capable of real-time speech-to-text conversion, are removing language barriers for non-Korean speaking visitors. Leading the charge is Lotte Department Store, a subsidiary of the Lotte Group. Recognizing the influx of foreign customers, particularly at its Jamsil branch, which is receiving roughly 700 daily inqu
April 22, 2024 -
Korea's largest nuclear energy expo to take place in Busan
SEOUL, April 19 (AJU PRESS) - The "International Nuclear Energy Expo 2024," the largest nuclear power exhibition in Korea featuring 100 global companies will kick off in the southern port city of Busan for three days starting on April 24th. Exhibitors will focus on presenting solutions related to small modular reactors, which are claimed to be smaller and safer than conventional reactors. The nuclear energy expo will take place in BEXCO, a convention center in eastern Busa
April 19, 2024 -
LS Materials breaks ground for EV aluminum parts factory in southern city
SEOUL, April 18 (AJU PRESS) - LS Materials, the materials-processing wing of Korea's LS Group, has broken the ground for an electric vehicle battery case component. Aluminum parts produced at the factory will provide protection for EV batteries that are vulnerable to external impacts. High-performance lithium-ion batteries, mainly used in EVs, can contain high levels of energy but they can easily combust when the battery casing is breached and internal components are damaged.
April 18, 2024 -
Tech firms present AI solutions at 'World IT Show 2024' in Seoul
SEOUL, April 18 (AJU PRESS) - The "World IT Show 2024," the largest ever information and communications technology (ICT) exhibition in South Korea featuring 445 exhibitors from 10 countries, kicked off in Seoul on Wednesday for a three-day run. Hosted by the country's science ministry, the show embraces the theme "Innovation in Everyday Life, Created by AI." South Korean conglomerates are at the forefront, showcasing a variety of high-tech AI-powered soluti
April 18, 2024 -
Korea increasingly losing AI talent abroad: report
SEOUL, April 17 (AJU PRESS) - Korea has experienced a significant decline in the migration index for AI developers compiled by Stanford University as the country is increasingly losing talent, lured by higher pay and better opportunities abroad. According to the AI Index 2024, published by the U.S. university's Human-Centered AI Institute on Monday (local time), in 2022, Korea had 10.26 AI patents per 100,000 people, ahead of Luxembourg (8.73), the United States (4.23) and Jap
April 17, 2024 -
'Smart fitness center' will open in Seoul for elderly residents
SEOUL, April 11 (AJU PRESS) - In a bid to help elderly people unfamiliar with gym equipment, a district office in southern Seoul has established a gym center filled with artificial intelligence-based fitness equipment. AI solutions will automatically adjust the weights of training devices during workouts and provide exercise metrics for users. The Gangnam District Office said it will open the "smart fitness center" for elderly residents on April 17. With AI-powered monit
April 11, 2024 -
Samsung to add Arabic, Indonesian, Russian language support for AI translation service
SEOUL, April 11 (AJU PRESS) - Samsung Electronics will add three new languages -- Arabic, Indonesian, and Russian -- to its artificial intelligence-based translation service featured in the company's latest "Galaxy S24" smartphone lineup. The South Korean tech giant released its S24 flagship smartphone lineup in January 2024 and rolled out a new AI-based feature called "Galaxy AI" which supported real-time translation services for 13 languages including Eng
April 11, 2024 -
S. Korean parking solutions company to develop autonomous valet parking robots
SEOUL, April 09 (AJU PRESS) - South Korea's Autech-Otis Parking Systems has embarked on the development of autonomous valet parking robots that would prevent accidents and alleviate congestion in crowded parking areas, such as large shopping malls. When a vehicle is randomly parked near the entrance of a parking garage, robots will automatically place it into a car elevator. Autech-Otis said on Monday that its valet parking robots are scheduled to be commercialized in the seco
April 9, 2024 -
AI test prep solution 'Prep.Pie' to reach universities across US by second half of 2024
SEOUL, April 08 (AJU PRESS) - "Prep.Pie," an artificial intelligence-based learning platform created by South Korean startup Mathpresso, will be available for American university students by the second half of 2024. The solution is tailored to assist students primarily studying business and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Prep.Pie summarizes crucial information from a student's study materials and simplifies complex concepts. The AI p
April 8, 2024
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Hyundai Elevator developing vertical airport for urban air mobility
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Korean parents with infant have only 2.7 hours of daily free time, survey finds
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PHOTOS: Seoul Forest offers respite from urban bustle
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Visang Education showcases AI-based Korean learning platforms in Tokyo
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New transit cards offer better transport access for foreign nationals in Korea
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More halal restaurants, prayer rooms will be set up in Seoul for Muslim tourists
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PHOTOS: Rose festival to begin in Seoul, Saturday
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Korea toughens stance against Japanese pressure on Naver
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PHOTOS: Medical care stalled in doctor-government dispute
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Mid-sized companies seek government support amid trade challenges