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Hanwha Q Cells and Samsung Electronics propose integrated energy solution to reduce heating costs in Europe
SEOUL -- Hanwha Q Cells, the solar cell-making wing of South Korea's Hanwha Group, will combine its solar power supply system and an eco-friendly heating system developed by Samsung Electronics to provide an efficient energy solution that can reduce heating costs in Europe, which is suffering from energy shortages due to the suspension of Russian gas supply. Hanwha Q Cells said that the solution supplies solar power to heat pumps using an energy management smartphone app. Thro
September 15, 2022 -
Dong-A ST signs license-out and equity investment contract with U.S. biotech company NeuroBo
SEOUL -- NeuroBo Pharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage biotech company in the United States, will become an overseas base for the development and sales of new drugs from Dong-A ST, a pharmaceutical company in South Korea, under a global license-out and equity investment contract. The goal is to become NeuroBo's largest shareholder if it succeeds in raising funds. NeuroBo will be given the global exclusive development rights of DA-1241, a new drug candidate for the treatment of typ
September 15, 2022 -
SK Telecom and Ericsson complete performance verification of AI-based link adaptation technology
SEOUL -- In wireless communications, link adaptation denotes the matching of modulation, coding and other signal and protocol parameters to radio link conditions. SK Telecom, a leading mobile carrier in South Korea, and Ericsson, a Swedish networking and telecom company, have completed the performance verification of artificial intelligence-based link adaptation technology applied to base stations. This is the first case of applying an AI solution to base station equipment, SK Telec
September 15, 2022 -
Research center succeeds in vertical cultivation method for watermelons
SEOUL -- A state-run agricultural research center in South Korea has vertically cultivated watermelon, a prostrate vegetable that grows horizontally allowing vines to crawl on the ground, using supports and ropes to raise vines upward. Vertical growing allows farmers to effectively prevent pests as it is advantageous for ventilation and lighting between watermelon leaves. The Chungcheongbuk-do Agricultural Research and Extension Service (CBARES) has tested its vertical watermelon c
September 14, 2022 -
Line Next's NFT platform 'DOSI' makes global debut for NFT trading
SEOUL -- Line Next, a U.S.-based venture launched by Line Corporation, a Japan-based messenger app operator, unveiled the beta version of its new non-fungible token (NFT) platform called "DOSI" around the world. It allows business operators and creators to build their own NFT brand stores and global communities. Users can buy NFT at each brand store. NFT is a unit of data stored on a blockchain network of interlinked virtual ledgers. Each NFT is certified by a blockchain a
September 14, 2022 -
LG Elecrtronics starts pre-orders for new OLED TV with world's largest 97-inch screen
SEOUL -- Pre-orders for LG Electronics' new organic light-emitting diode (OLED) TV with the world's largest 97-inch screen began in South Korea. The 97G2 model delivers lifelike images and an immersive, cinematic viewing experience as it completely adheres to the wall. LG Electronics said that the 97-inch OLED evo Gallery Edition will be officially released it in the domestic market on September 21 ahead of its sequential launch in global markets. The new product carried a
September 14, 2022 -
Railway operator adopts smart glasses capable of automatically monitoring railway facilities
SEOUL -- South Korea's public railway operator will adopt smart glasses to help railway workers efficiently monitor railway facilities. The smart device attached to a safety helmet can automatically check facilities as it operates through a voice recognition function and writes reports based on inspection results. A worker wearing smart classes weighing 2.5 kilograms (5.5 pounds) can inspect facilities using a liquid crystal display and give orders by voice such as "Take
September 14, 2022 -
LG Electronics tests wireless transmission and reception of 6G THz data over 320m outdoors
SEOUL -- LG Electronics claimed to have successfully tested the wireless transmission and reception of 6G terahertz (THz) data at a frequency range of 155 to 175 gigahertz (GHz) over a distance of 320 meters outdoors, taking a step closer to realizing 6G speeds of one terabit per second (Tbps) in both indoor and outdoor urban areas Tbps is a unit used to measure data transfer rates for digital information or computer storage and is based on "Decimal multiples of bits." GHz
September 14, 2022 -
Social media platform Cyworld to hold public survey on exempting BTS from obligatory military service
SEOUL -- Discussions on whether BTS members should be exempted from compulsory military service will be held at a metaverse platform. Although many people regard BTS members as valuable national assets, military officials are reluctant to give them special treatment for fear of a backlash from young men in the run-up to military duty, which has been an extremely sensitive social issue in South Korea still technically at war with North Korea. South Korea's social media platform
September 14, 2022 -
SK Telecom consortium aims to launch UAM pilot service in Jeju in 2025
SEOUL -- A consortium involving SK Telecom and Hanwha Systems aims to launch a pilot service for urban air mobility in 2025 on South Korea's main resort island of Jeju by linking its airport and tourist attractions. As a leading tourist destination, the island was seen as an ideal test bed for air taxis due to its good airport facilities and well-maintained traffic infrastructure. Urban air mobility (UAM) is an ecosystem involving flying passenger vehicles in urban areas. SK Tel
September 14, 2022
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LG Electronics, Kakao Mobility collaborate on delivery robot service
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Analysts predict poor earnings for major Korean game publishers in first quarter
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Carmakers, tech firms gather in Seoul for premier industry show
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Label control battle casts shadow over NewJeans' comeback
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N. Korea leader praises accuracy of short-range ballistic missiles
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Hyundai Motor, Matrix Renewables sign solar energy deal for EV plant in US
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Korean oil refiners harness pyrolysis technology to recycle plastics
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Russia pushes back against cancellations of ballet shows in Seoul
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Korea witnesses aging workforce trend in SME labor market
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AI translation service for foreigners gains momentum in Korea