SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – As the South Korean government prepares to introduce artificial intelligence-powered digital textbooks in select grades and subjects across elementary, middle, and high schools next year, a heated debate has emerged, pitting educational innovation against concerns over screen time and learning efficacy. Proponents of the initiative highlight the potential for personalized [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In the wake of a devastating electric vehicle (EV) fire in Incheon, South Korean automakers and consumers are turning their attention to early warning systems designed to detect battery abnormalities. These systems are being hailed as a practical fire prevention measure, capable of alerting drivers to potential issues before they [...]
POHANG, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – On a sweltering August day, the POSCO steel mill in Pohang hums with activity. But it’s not just human workers feeling the heat — artificial intelligence is taking on some of the most challenging and dangerous tasks in this sprawling industrial complex. At a product inspection area about 15 minutes [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – As concerns grow over the potential misuse of conversational AI services for inappropriate sexual discussions with minors, South Korean tech companies are implementing new measures to protect young users. WRTN Technologies, creator of the popular Character Chat service, recently introduced an automatic content filtering system. The company announced on August [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a significant shift towards smarter home appliance control, Samsung Electronics reports that one in two users of its 2024 air conditioner models are opting for smartphone apps and voice recognition over traditional remote controls. According to data released by Samsung on August 25, an analysis of 24,798 domestic floor-standing [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – The Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced on August 25 that it will broaden its disaster alert system to include multiple languages, aiming to better inform the growing foreign population in South Korea during emergencies. The government has been sending disaster text messages in English and Chinese through its [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – The National Fire Agency of South Korea reported a significant increase in wasp sting incidents as the prolonged heatwave has contributed to a rapid growth in wasp populations across the country. According to statistics released on August 25, wasp sting accidents have shown a consistent annual spike starting in July, [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – LG Electronics announced on August 25 that it will provide resource recycling education to approximately 500 students from 12 elementary, middle, and high schools in Incheon by next month. This initiative aims to raise awareness about resource circulation among future generations by introducing the concept and significance of recycling in [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – The combined debt of the South Korean government and households has surged past 3 quadrillion won for the first time, according to recent data from the Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Bank of Korea. This milestone, reached at the end of the second quarter, equates to 127% of [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – BTS member Suga has issued a heartfelt apology following an investigation by police for operating an electric scooter while under the influence of alcohol. “I deeply apologize for the disappointment and hurt I caused to my fans and everyone who loves me through my wrongful actions,” Suga wrote in [...]