Korean biotech firm begins clinical trial of subcutaneous cancer drug

SEOUL, December 23 (AJP) - South Korean biotechnology company GI Innovation announced on Monday that it has dosed the first patient in a Phase 1 clinical trial of its subcutaneous (SC) immunotherapy drug, GI-102. This marks a significant milestone for the company, as it is the first domestic company to administer an SC formulation of its own immunotherapy. The Phase 1 trial is being conducted at 14 medical institutions across South Korea and the United States. Samsung Biologics Co

December 23, 2024

South Korea's third spy satellite set for liftoff in US

SEOUL, December 21 (AJP) - South Korea is set to launch its homegrown spy satellite from a U.S. space center on Saturday, according to the Ministry of Defense. The country's third military reconnaissance satellite will be launched into space aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 reusable rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. If successful, the satellite, part of the country's project dubbed the "425 Project," would mark a significant advancement in the milit

December 21, 2024

Hyundai Mobis develops new battery cooling technology for EVs

SEOUL, December 17 (AJP) - South Korea's leading auto parts maker Hyundai Mobis unveiled a new battery cell cooling material aimed at preventing battery overheating during ultra-fast charging of electric vehicles, the company said on Tuesday. The cooling technology, called pulsating heat pipes (PHP), consists of aluminum alloy and refrigerant positioned between battery cells. It exhausts heat outside the batter cells ten times more efficiently than conventional aluminum material

December 17, 2024

AI care robot 'Hyodol' registered as medical device in US

SEOUL, December 13 (AJP) - Hyodol, a South Korean robot maker, has been registered as a medical device by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The robot, also named Hyodol, assists elderly individuals by tracking their activities, sending reminders for medication and walks, and alerting guardians or a central control system if prolonged inactivity is detected. Designed as a soft doll, it is equipped with communication devices, motion detection, and touch sensors. The robot u

December 13, 2024

Stratcom 2024 highlights Türkiye's vision for ethical AI and global communication

Istanbul, December 13 (AJP) - STRATCOM 2024, held on Friday at Istanbul’s Rixos Tersane Resort, brought together around 3,000 visitors, including officials, diplomats, scholars, and media leaders. The forum, themed “AI in Communication: Trends, Risks, and Transformations,” examined the promises and challenges of artificial intelligence in reshaping communication. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized Istanbul’s role as a global hub and addressed AI&rsqu

December 13, 2024

Apple integrates ChatGPT into iPhone, marking major AI push

SEOUL, December 12 (AJP) - Apple announced on Wednesday that it has integrated ChatGPT into its Siri voice assistant, expanding the AI capabilities of iPhones, iPads, and Macs. The feature, first unveiled at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, leverages the power of OpenAI’s GPT-4 model to provide more comprehensive and informative responses to complex queries. With this update, Siri can now access and process information from the real world through Apple&

December 12, 2024

AI companion robot 'Hyodol' showcased at conference

SEOUL, December 12 (AJP) - Hyodol, a South Korean robot maker, showcased its artificial intelligence-powered companion robot at a recent smart welfare conference. The event, held at the Gungdong Community Welfare Center on Nov. 27, brought together about 60 people to discuss the future of technology-driven social services. Hyodol’s robot, also named Hyodol, leverages ChatGPT technology to engage in interactive conversations, fostering emotional connections and supporting cog

December 12, 2024

Studio Meta-K CEO: AI to shape future of 'K-content'

SEOUL, December 4 (AJP) - Kim Kwang-jip, CEO of Studio Meta-K, predicts artificial intelligence will play an increasingly vital role in K-content production, ushering in an era where virtual humans star in songs, advertisements, dramas, and films. Speaking at the launch event of news platform AJP at the FKI Tower in Seoul's Yeouido on Tuesday, Kim showcased various AI-powered content initiatives. His company, Studio Meta-K, specializes in developing and producing IP-based conten

December 4, 2024

KIST researchers develop new method of rare earth metal recycling

SEOUL, November 20 (AJP) - Researchers at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) have made a significant breakthrough in rare earth metal (REE) recovery with the development of a new fiber-based material. This innovative material, composed of metal-organic frameworks and polymer composite fibers, exhibits exceptional absorption capabilities for neodymium and dysprosium, two critical REEs used in various high-tech applications. The material can absorb neodymium at 468

November 20, 2024

Samsung SDI clinches four CES awards

SEOUL, November 15 (AJP) - South Korean battery manufacturer Samsung SDI Co. announced on Friday that it has secured four Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 Innovation Awards in the company's first apply. Samsung SDI's winning entries include the PRiMX battery series for electric vehicles (EV) featuring high-nickel cathode technology, a wireless-enabled battery module, an energy storage system with thermal diffusion prevention, and a high-power cylindrical battery for prof

November 15, 2024