JEONJU, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – In a groundbreaking development for the pork industry, South Korean researchers have unveiled the world’s first artificial intelligence (AI) system capable of detecting pregnancy in sows, potentially revolutionizing farm management practices. The Rural Development Administration (RDA) announced on August 7 that researchers had successfully developed AI-powered technology to confirm pregnancy [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – As New Jeans Nim (comedian Yoon Sung-ho) gains popularity among young people with his electronic dance music (EDM) and Buddhist chant fusion, the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism is introducing its own Buddhist idol group, BTENS, as a new strategy to spread its teachings. The Jogye Order announced on August [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – As South Korea’s aging population rapidly expands, a government-funded research institute is warning that the country’s age-friendly industry is failing to keep pace, potentially missing out on a significant economic opportunity. The Korea Institute for Industrial Economics and Trade (KIET) released a report on August 7 highlighting the disconnect between [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – As the artificial intelligence (AI) market continues to expand, South Korea’s major corporations have collectively secured more than 1,500 AI-related patents, according to a recent report. Samsung Electronics leads the pack with the highest number of AI patent registrations. CEO Score, a corporate data research firm, released findings on August [...]
JAKARTA, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – A Korean-owned sushi chain in Australia has been hit with a record-breaking fine of approximately 15.3 million Australian dollars for systematically underpaying its workers, as reported by ABC News Australia on August 7. The Federal Court of Australia ruled on August 5 that Sushi Bay, a popular sushi restaurant chain, [...]
HOENGSEONG, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – In the picturesque foothills of Gujeolsan Mountain, a call for help echoed through the Georyu 119 Safety Center on the morning of July 27. A resident, trapped in their home by a menacing hornet’s nest, pleaded for assistance. This scenario, while alarming, is not uncommon in South Korea, where hornet [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – A wave of restaurant closures is sweeping across South Korea as small business owners grapple with rising inflation and escalating delivery fees. Despite government pressure to reduce commissions, the country’s leading delivery app, Baemin, announced an increase in its brokerage fees starting August 9, pushing many struggling entrepreneurs to the [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – In an unexpected turn of events, the exclusive Galaxy Z Flip 6 Olympic Edition smartphones, provided by Samsung to all athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics, have begun appearing for sale on various online marketplaces. On August 6, a search on eBay, the global e-commerce platform, revealed more than [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – Even the most ardent webtoon enthusiasts have likely experienced the frustration of searching for a new series to enjoy. With thousands of titles available on a single platform, finding one that suits one’s personal taste can be a daunting task. Recognizing this challenge, South Korea’s leading webtoon and web novel [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – In a move to strike a balance between corporate expansion and small business protection, South Korea has announced changes to regulations governing bakery chains. The new rules, set to take effect this month, will allow major bakery companies to open more stores while slightly relaxing distance restrictions from smaller, independent [...]