JEONJU, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — A fully automated dairy farm powered by robots and artificial intelligence (AI) is set to be established in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea. The Jeollabuk-do Livestock Research Institute announced on Monday that it will launch the “Robot and AI-based Animal Welfare Future Farm and Joint Research Project,” aiming to revolutionize dairy [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — Samsung Electronics Co. said Monday the number of Samsung Wallet users, its digital payment platform, has surpassed 18.6 million in South Korea this year, marking the 10th anniversary of its debut. Samsung Wallet, available on compatible Samsung smartphones and devices, first hit the market in August 2015, with the [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — In response to growing demand for enhanced comfort at a more affordable price point, South Korean airlines are increasingly introducing ‘premium economy’ seating, positioned between economy and business class. This new seating option provides more spacious accommodations and upgraded services, catering to passengers seeking better value without the high cost [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — In a recent ruling, South Korea’s Supreme Court determined that a teacher’s use of inappropriate language toward a disruptive student did not constitute emotional abuse under child welfare laws. The case centers on a 4th-grade teacher, identified as A, who was accused of verbally abusing a student, referred to [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — A recent survey reveals that one in three South Korean workers has encountered discrepancies between job advertisements and actual working conditions, commonly referred to as “recruitment fraud.” Conducted by Global Research on behalf of the workplace rights group Workplace Abuse 119, the survey, held from June 1 to June 7, [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — In recent years, the number of patents related to artificial intelligence (AI) in air conditioning technology has surged, reflecting the increasing integration of AI into consumer appliances. According to the Korea Intellectual Property Office (KIPO), patent filings for AI-enabled air conditioners have risen by an average of 8.6% annually from [...]
BUSAN, Aug. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — The 3rd Dadaepo Sunset Film Festival opened on August 9 at Dadaepo Beach in Busan, offering a unique combination of cinema, the sea, and sunsets. The event began at 6 p.m. with a celebratory performance and red carpet ceremony, followed by the screening of the opening film, The Outlaws [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — Following the recent U.S.-South Korea trade agreement, South Korea’s shipbuilding stocks have seen a significant rise, propelling related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to top performance rankings. The surge in stock prices has drawn substantial interest from individual investors, sparking speculation on whether the upward trend will continue. As of August 8, [...]
BEIJING, Aug. 10, 2025 (Korea Bizwire) – The film “Dongji Rescue,” based on the 1942 sinking of the Japanese ship Lisbon Maru after it was torpedoed by American forces, is the moving story of Chinese fishermen from nearby Dongji Island courageously rescuing the over 1800 British POWs aboard the liner despite Japanese soldiers’ firing. It’s [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Motor Group has emerged as the world’s second-most profitable automaker in the first half of 2025, surpassing Germany’s Volkswagen Group, despite facing challenges like U.S. tariffs and global supply chain disruptions. According to the Korea Automotive Research Institute’s analysis, Hyundai sold 3.65 million vehicles globally in the first half [...]