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South Korea Advances Construction Innovation with 12 New Technologies

South Korea Advances Construction Innovation with 12 New Technologies

SEJONG, Jul. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – The South Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced on July 24 that 12 new construction technologies, including a method for inspecting concrete cracks using autonomous drones, have been designated as innovative construction technologies for the first half of this year.  Since 1989, the government has been designating new [...]

LG’s ‘Upgradeable Appliances’ Spark 16,000 Customer Ideas in South Korea and U.S.

LG’s ‘Upgradeable Appliances’ Spark 16,000 Customer Ideas in South Korea and U.S.

SEOUL, Jul. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – LG Electronics announced on July 23 that it has received over 16,000 ideas from customers in South Korea and the United States for its innovative “UP Appliances” program, highlighting a growing trend in consumer-driven product development.  Launched in 2022, LG’s UP Appliances are designed to evolve with customers’ needs, allowing [...]

Incheon to Launch Ambitious Child Allowance Program

Incheon to Launch Ambitious Child Allowance Program

INCHEON, Jul. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – In a bold move to address the country’s declining birth rate, the city of Incheon announced on July 23 that it will begin implementing a new child allowance program next month, separate from the existing national child benefit system.  The “Child Dream Allowance” program, set to launch on August 1, [...]

Seoul Launches ‘Digital Guides’ to Help Seniors Navigate Technology

Seoul Launches ‘Digital Guides’ to Help Seniors Navigate Technology

SEOUL, Jul. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on July 23 that it is implementing a Digital Guide program to assist elderly residents who are unfamiliar with digital devices. The initiative will be active at major subway stations, welfare facilities, and parks throughout the city.  On the morning of July 23, the city [...]

Asiana Airlines Transforms Retired Uniforms into Eco-Friendly Bags

Asiana Airlines Transforms Retired Uniforms into Eco-Friendly Bags

SEOUL, Jul. 17 (Korea Bizwire) – Asiana Airlines announced on July 16 that it will launch a line of bags and pouches made from recycled uniforms, embracing the concept of upcycling. The South Korean carrier has partnered with 119REO, a fashion brand known for upcycling firefighters’ protective gear, to create these innovative products. The collaboration aims [...]

Samsung C&T Embraces Smart Home Integration with Matter Protocol

Samsung C&T Embraces Smart Home Integration with Matter Protocol

SEOUL, Jul. 10 (Korea Bizwire) – Samsung C&T Corporation, a major player in South Korea’s construction industry, is set to revolutionize home automation by introducing a service that controls various Internet of Things (IoT) devices from different brands through its proprietary home platform application, Homeniq. The construction division of Samsung C&T announced on July 9 that [...]

In South Korea, Temples Open Doors to Four-Legged Devotees

In South Korea, Temples Open Doors to Four-Legged Devotees

JEUNGPYEONG, Jul. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – At a Buddhist temple nestled in the countryside of South Korea’s North Chungcheong Province, an unusual scene unfolded last Friday. A group of visitors, accompanied by their canine companions, gathered to participate in a unique program that combines traditional temple stays with pet-friendly accommodation.  The event was held at Mireuksa [...]

Gwangju Launches Smart Crosswalk System to Assist Elderly and Mobility-Impaired Pedestrians

Gwangju Launches Smart Crosswalk System to Assist Elderly and Mobility-Impaired Pedestrians

GWANGJU, Jul. 1 (Korea Bizwire) – The city of Gwangju has implemented a smart crosswalk system that automatically extends crossing times for elderly or mobility-impaired pedestrians who may need extra time to cross the street safely.  According to city officials on July 1, the “Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Smart Crosswalk” developed in collaboration with the Gwangju [...]

South Korean District Offers Financial Incentives for Marriage in Bold Population Push

South Korean District Offers Financial Incentives for Marriage in Bold Population Push

BUSAN, Jun. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – As local governments across South Korea grapple with a looming demographic crisis, one district in the city of Busan is taking an unprecedented approach: offering substantial financial incentives for couples who meet through government-sponsored matchmaking events and decide to marry.  Saha District in Busan announced on June 22 that it [...]

Seoul Schools Introduce AI Recycling Robots to Educate Students on Sustainability

Seoul Schools Introduce AI Recycling Robots to Educate Students on Sustainability

SEOUL, Jun. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – In a innovative approach to environmental education, 50 schools across Seoul are set to receive AI-powered recycling robots this September, the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced on June 22.  The robot, named “Nephron,” uses artificial intelligence to determine whether items are recyclable. When students insert a transparent plastic bottle [...]