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State radio research agency transfers 5G dual polarization antenna tech to private company
SEOUL -- To reduce dependency on foreign 5G antenna equipment, South Korea's state radio research agency has transferred 5G dual polarization antenna technology to a domestic antenna maker Comotech. The company based in the southern industrial city of Ulsan some 300 kilometers (186 miles) southeast of Seoul will manufacture 5G antenna products using the localized technology. In order to send and receive data streams through two channels on one frequency without radio signals in
December 16, 2022 -
KT partners with robot developer Neubility to commercialize outdoor autonomous robots
SEOUL -- South Korea's top telecom company KT partnered with Neubility, a domestic autonomous robot startup, to commercialize outdoor autonomous robots capable of providing various services in any outdoor spaces such as parks and resorts. KT's 5G infrastructure will be combined with Neubility's self-driving robot technologies. Neubility's autonomous robot called "Neubie" can carry out delivery missions in complex urban areas by avoiding obstacles. The robo
December 16, 2022 -
Hyundai releases upgraded version of luxury EV GV60 with facial recognition feature for all trims
SEOUL -- Hyundai has released an upgraded version of GV60, a compact sport utility electric vehicle of the South Korean carmaker's luxury brand Genesis, featuring facial recognition, vehicle-to-load, and over-the-air update features to all trims. GV60 was first released in 2019. The first Genesis full-electric SUV was developed using Hyundai's E-GMP platform, a versatile EV platform that plays the role of a base framework for Hyundai and Kia EVs. The rear-wheel-drive mode
December 16, 2022 -
Shinsegae's online fashion platform's art gallery-like offline store captivates young shoppers
SEOUL -- Clad in long padded coats and thick jackets, young ladies in their mid-20s silently stood outside an art gallery-like apparel store in eastern Seoul on a sub-zero winter day. Some 20 customers solemnly waited for the store to open, only speaking to their mates in a low murmuring voice to kill time. When the store finally opened its doors after about 15 minutes, ladies glided into a hall decorated with flowers and colorful clothing. Sweet fruity scent and low beat of lounge mus
December 16, 2022 -
Ulsan creates consortium to demonstrate key equipment for electric autonomous ship
SEOUL -- A consortium to demonstrate key materials using an electric-powered self-driving ship called "Ulsan Taehwa" was established in South Korea's southern port city of Ulsan. Various vessel-related equipment makers will cooperate with research institutes to test their products through the autonomous passenger ship created as a testbed for essential devices. Ulsan Taehwa is South Korea's first vessel operated by a hybrid electric propulsion system which can als
December 15, 2022 -
State postal service tests multi-point drone delivery in western islands
SEOUL -- South Korea's state postal delivery service Korea Post has tested a multi-point delivery in seven islands located on the west coast for the first time in the country. The postal service had been testing drones to deliver medicines and other necessities to islands without a hospital or supermarket since 2018. South Korea's western and southern coastlines are dotted with hundreds of small islands with a small number of residents each. The islands are often used as sm
December 15, 2022 -
Bebefinn series to be released on Netflix in 190 countries thanks to fast-growing popularity
SEOUL -- "Bebefinn," a three-dimensional animated series featuring the five-member family of a 20-month-old baby named "Finn," will be streamed on Netflix in 190 countries with English, Spanish and Korean subtitles. The animation show created by South Korea's educational entertainment company Pinkfong went viral on YouTube as in its previous work, the "Baby Shark Dance" video. Finn is an animated child who loves to play with Baby Shark. He has four
December 15, 2022 -
Incheon International Airport signs agreement with Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings to build maintenance facility
SEOUL -- Incheon International Airport, South Korea's main gateway, has signed a formal agreement with American cargo airliner Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, to build a maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility at the airport. The repair bay will take care of Atlas' planes in the Asia-Pacific region. Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings (AAWW) is one of the largest air cargo companies that owns Atlas Air, Polar Air Cargo and a joint venture Titan Aircraft Investments. Atlas Air and
December 15, 2022 -
Online mall Wemakeprice's transaction amount soars 23 percent thanks to live commerce content via YouTube
SEOUL -- South Korean online shopping service operator Wemakeprice saw its transaction amount soar 23 percent over the period of 66 days after the company rolled out live commerce shows, the online version of TV home shopping shows, through YouTube. The company's online shopping show involved popular online celebrities in various events such as Meokbang, an online eating performance show format, to interact and encourage viewers to buy promoted products. Wemakeprice said 14 li
December 15, 2022 -
Metaverse tech for online K-pop concerts to be developed by state research institute
SEOUL -- A prominent state research institute will develop paradigm-changing metaverse technologies so that K-pop artists perform concerts and create content while communicating with fans of all ages and conditions. A metaverse is a virtually created world where users can access using avatars -- digitally created characters -- and interact with each other. Various metaverse platforms are being developed and operated for multiple purposes including entertainment, education, social
December 15, 2022
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VIDEO: Dongdaemun Design Plaza celebrates 10th anniversary
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Korean e-commerce firms vying to lure customers quitting Coupang over fee hike
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N. Korean leader inspects test-firing of new multiple rocket launcher shell
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Korean football team fails to qualify for Olympics for first time in 40 years
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Seoul aims to revitalize Han River into leisure, tourism hub
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Education startup Mathpresso makes TIME's top edutech company list
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Vietnamese schools adopt AI-based Korean learning platform
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VISUALS: Premier electric vehicle fair underway in Seoul
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HYBE takes legal action against NewJeans agency CEO amid management control feud
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Korea reports world's first demonstration of integrated operation of urban air mobility systems