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S. Korea's artificial sun project kicks into new test phase through upgraded parts
SEOUL -- South Korea's artificial sun project called "Korean Superconducting Tokamak Advanced Research (KSTAR)" has kicked into a new test phase through upgraded parts. KSTAR is a magnetic fusion device run by South Korean researchers to study aspects of magnetic fusion energy. KSTAR is an experimental tokamak device designed to harness the energy of nuclear fusion. Fusion is the process that powers the sun and other stars, where two light atomic nuclei combine to form
December 14, 2023 -
Streaming platform Twitch to exit S. Korea due to 'prohibitively expensive' network costs
SEOUL -- One of the world's most popular online streaming platforms, Twitch, will exit South Korea in early 2024 due to extremely high network fees that are 10 times higher than in most countries, the streaming platform's CEO said through his blog. Twitch, with about 140 million monthly active users as of August 2023, offers creative online spaces for content creators called streamers who mainly broadcast their content live. Fans can choose and access their favorite streamer
December 7, 2023 -
Railway operator to commercialize AI-based railroad monitoring robot in 2024
SEOUL -- South Korea's public railway operator will commercialize a smart robot that monitors railway facilities automatically in the first half of 2024. The artificial intelligence-based robot will assist human workers in inspecting hazardous areas, especially during typhoons or heavy rainfall. The robot incorporates an LTE communication network, a camera, and a laser Imaging detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensor. While navigating the track, it transmits real-time images and ale
December 6, 2023 -
Seoul to adopt robot tutor for English speaking class in 2024
SEOUL -- To help young students improve their English speaking skills, Seoul will provide robots that can engage in one-on-one conversations in English. Starting in March 2024, the artificial intelligence-based assistant teacher will correct students' pronunciation and offer personalized education for those who need extra help. According to Cho Hee-yeon, superintendent of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education, the municipal education office is currently working with a priva
November 30, 2023 -
Vietnamese universities adopt smart Korean language learning platform 'Klass'
SEOUL -- "Klass," a digital Korean learning platform created by South Korea's education company Visang Education, was provided to about 20 Vietnamese higher education institutes that offer Korean language courses. The Southeast Asian country has at least 40 colleges and universities providing Korean language programs. Demand for the Korean language is exceptionally high in Viet Nam. As of June 2023, the number of Vietnamese students enrolled at South Korea's state-
November 27, 2023 -
Middle school in Seoul adopts robot chefs to help human cooks
SEOUL -- A middle school in Seoul has adopted four robot chefs to protect human cooks suffering from cooking fumes, harmful substances generated during the cooking process. Currently, robot chefs are in charge of preparing meals for 645 students. Cooking fumes, consisting of particulate matter or toxic gases, are often produced when heating hot oil or other food materials at extremely high temperatures. The cooking smoke contains hazardous substances such as formaldehyde and carbo
November 22, 2023 -
Naver's high-performance computer ranks 22nd on world's top 500 supercomputer list
SEOUL -- An exascale computer created by South Korea's largest web portal operator Naver was ranked 22nd on the top 500 global supercomputer list, data released at a global supercomputing conference in Colorado showed. The web giant's product, stored at a data center in South Korea's planned city designated as a testbed for smart city solutions, had the highest computing performance among domestic supercomputers. High-performance computing (HPC) is used to handle extreme
November 17, 2023 -
Seoul provides real-time translation service in 11 languages for foreign tourists
SEOUL -- To break the language barrier with foreign tourists, Seoul will provide a real-time translation service in 11 languages including English, Chinese, and Malay. The artificial intelligence-based system engages in a conversation by displaying text on the screen at tourist information centers. According to data released by the Korea Tourism Organization, some 4.43 million foreign travelers visited South Korea in the first half of 2023, which accounts for 52.5 percent in the sam
November 15, 2023 -
Medical AI company Lunit joins US government's cancer prevention project
SEOUL -- South Korea's medical artificial intelligence company Lunit will participate in the United States government's Cancer Moonshot initiative, which focuses on fighting cancer through national support for drug development and early detection. Lunit will provide its AI solutions including the one specializing in detecting breast cancer. President Joe Biden is leading the Moonshot project through a public-private group called "CancerX." Along with global phar
November 10, 2023 -
Samsung Electronics to provide real-time AI interpretation service for Galaxy brand
SEOUL -- Samsung Electronics has revealed its plan to adopt a real-time interpretation service for a Galaxy brand that can help users accurately communicate while on the phone. Without installing an application, anyone can engage in a verbal conversation and view the translated text on their smartphone screen. The interpretation service will be incorporated into the tech giant's next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) model which offers generative AI functions within the de
November 9, 2023
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Global tech firms to present smart manufacturing solutions at 'Smart Factory + Automation World' in Seoul
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Occult thriller film 'Exhuma' attracts more than 10 mln moviegoers in 35 days of release
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Education company Visang provides smart Korean language learning platform 'Klass' to Vietnamese universities
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LS Cable embarks on construction of plant for new copper foil material
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US political turmoil reflects our wider society – in 2024 and earlier elections
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Avikus validates fuel-saving effect of self-sailing solution 'HiNAS Control'
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Le Sserafim's "Easy" named on Billboard's top 200 popular albums chart for four consecutive weeks
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Hanwha's cooperative robot wing showcases robot sommelier at 'Smart Factory + Automation World'
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Life expectancy in South Korea decreases for first time since 2000
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Lotte Rental achieves 'Baa3' credit rating from Moody's