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Sea Art Festival Transforms Busan’s Ilgwang Beach with Captivating Artworks

Sea Art Festival Transforms Busan’s Ilgwang Beach with Captivating Artworks

BUSAN, Oct. 30 (Korea Bizwire) – “Unlike in the past, the number of awe-inspiring artworks that overwhelm viewers has declined. However, the themes presented at this festival seem to effortlessly resonate with the audience’s hearts.” “This year’s artworks blend seamlessly with the charming Ilgwang Beach.” These reviews were provided by visitors to the 2023 Sea Art [...]

LG Chem Churns Out Eco-Friendly Plasticizer Using Wasted PET Bottles

LG Chem Churns Out Eco-Friendly Plasticizer Using Wasted PET Bottles

SEOUL, Oct. 27 (Korea Bizwire) – LG Chem announced on Thursday its intention to establish a plastic circulation system by producing eco-friendly plasticizer, a key ingredient in flooring materials, using discarded PET bottles from everyday life. A plasticizer is a vital additive that enhances the flexibility and elasticity of PVC, primarily used in the production of [...]

Smilegate Hope Studio Launches Korea’s First Gamification Donation Platform

Smilegate Hope Studio Launches Korea’s First Gamification Donation Platform

SEOUL, Oct. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Smilegate Hope Studio announced the launch of Korea’s first gamified donation platform, Hope Studio, on Tuesday. Hope Studio stands as an interactive platform that brings together partners, donors, and gamers in a collective effort to address societal challenges. This platform seamlessly merges the realms of donation and volunteer activities with [...]

Seoul’s Innovative AI-Powered System for Crowd Safety Unveiled at Gangnam Station

Seoul’s Innovative AI-Powered System for Crowd Safety Unveiled at Gangnam Station

SEOUL, Oct. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – A revolutionary artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to proactively prevent crowd-related accidents by automatically monitoring pedestrian density on the streets and conveying this information through electronic billboards has been unveiled. Seocho-gu, Seoul, made an official announcement on Tuesday, introducing its groundbreaking “AI-based real-time congestion management system” deployed around Gangnam Station, [...]

From Abandoned Mines to Aquatic Adventures: Boryeong’s Unique Water Park

From Abandoned Mines to Aquatic Adventures: Boryeong’s Unique Water Park

BORYEONG, Oct. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – A water-themed amusement park, originally intended to make use of an abandoned mine’s groundwater, is set to be constructed in Boryeong, Chungcheongnam-do. Originally, the plan was to create a hydroponic facility in the abandoned mine.  However, concerns about potential flooding arising from drainage problems led to a change in plans. The [...]

Samsung Introduces Innovative ‘No-Drill Solution’ for Wall-Mounted TVs and More

Samsung Introduces Innovative ‘No-Drill Solution’ for Wall-Mounted TVs and More

SEOUL, Oct. 10 (Korea Bizwire) –If you’re looking to enhance the aesthetics of your interior by hanging family photos, wall-mounted TVs, or even air conditioners on the wall but don’t have the option to drill holes due to not being a homeowner, Samsung Electronics has introduced a game-changing solution. On Tuesday, the company unveiled the [...]

‘Junghujangdae’ Industries Embrace Online Content to Connect with Younger Generations

‘Junghujangdae’ Industries Embrace Online Content to Connect with Younger Generations

POSCO is connecting with younger audiences by creating unique content, “Fantasteel – The Beginning of the New Iron Age,” in partnership with Nexon’s online game “Wars of Pracia”. SEOUL, Oct. 9 (Korea Bizwire) – Businesses in the so-called ‘junghujangdae’ industries, unfamiliar to the general public, are striving to craft a friendly image by creating compelling [...]

E-Mart 24′s Partnership with Virtual Character YT: Unveiling Fun Virtual Products for Instagram Delight

E-Mart 24′s Partnership with Virtual Character YT: Unveiling Fun Virtual Products for Instagram Delight

SEOUL, Oct. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – E-Mart 24 has teamed up with a virtual character named YT to bring some entertaining virtual products to Instagram. YT is a virtual person created by Shinsegae, which is linked to E-Mart, and it embodies the younger generation’s love for having a good time. The first virtual product E-Mart [...]

New Law Allows Anonymous Childbirth to Protect Vulnerable Pregnant Women

New Law Allows Anonymous Childbirth to Protect Vulnerable Pregnant Women

SEOUL, Oct. 6 (Korea Bizwire) –A new law called the “Special Law on Support for Pregnancy and Protected Childbirth in Crisis Situations and Child Protection” was approved by the National Assembly. This law allows pregnant women facing tough economic, social, or emotional situations to give birth without revealing their identity. It aims to reduce risky [...]