SEOUL, Feb. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – Samsung and LG are poised to introduce their all-in-one washer-dryer units to the South Korean market, sparking interest among consumers looking for innovative solutions in the home appliance sector. This new product category, which eliminates the need to transfer laundry from a washing machine to a dryer, is expected to [...]
JEJU, Feb. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – Jeju Island is set to implement a new remote working system specifically designed for young civil servants, particularly those belonging to the so-called MZ generation in their 20s and 30s. This innovative work arrangement allows eligible employees to perform their duties from designated public facilities and national institutions, rather than [...]
DAEJEON, Feb. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – A breakthrough in semiconductor technology has led to the development of an innovative ‘intelligent sensor’ that operates at high speeds with low power consumption, mimicking the visual neural system of insects. The research team behind the discovery, led by professor Kim Kyung-min from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – The utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the retail industry is advancing beyond basic search functionalities, personalized recommendations, and chatbot consultations, towards unmanned and hyper-personalized services. According to recent industry reports, a competitive race in AI development and application is unfolding across various sectors, including e-commerce, department stores, supermarkets, convenience [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey conducted by data consulting firm PMI has found that six out of 10 unmarried Korean individuals in their 20s and 30s have no experience in dating, identifying them as lifelong singles. The survey polled 1,174 unmarried men and women aged between 20 and 59 across the country [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – The aggressive entry of Chinese e-commerce companies into the South Korean market, leveraging ultra-low prices, has raised concerns over their compliance with local laws. Criticisms are mounting as these firms are accused of frequently making use of advertisements that violate regulations through mobile applications and other digital channels, and showing [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – Starting February 19, the Korean National Police Agency will implement a portable identity verification system across all local police stations and substations to swiftly confirm the identities of individuals with dementia or those under the influence of alcohol. Utilizing compact fingerprint scanners and the police’s operational smartphones stationed at every [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – The rapid penetration of Chinese e-commerce platforms like AliExpress and Temu, known for their ultra-low-priced products, into the South Korean market has prompted the government to take action. Concerns are growing that the domestic market for everyday consumer goods, including household items and clothing, could become dominated by “Made in [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – A number of foreign carmakers in Korea are integrating Tmap navigation systems due to customer complaints about the inadequacy of foreign-made navigation software with Korean road conditions. Recognizing that Tmap’s real-time traffic information and local features better suit Korean consumers, Mercedes-Benz has recently equipped its new E-Class model with Tmap [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 16 (Korea Bizwire) — The health ministry on Friday ordered 221 training hospitals to ban mass leave and maintain essential medical personnel, as trainee doctors decided to submit their letters of collective resignations in protest of a plan to boost the number of medical students. The order came hours after trainee doctors of [...]