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Korean Scientists Develop Biodegradable Electronic Film, Paving Way for Eco-Friendly Electronics

DAEJEON, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a breakthrough that could revolutionize the electronics industry’s approach to sustainability, researchers from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and Polytechnique Montréal have jointly developed the world’s first fully biodegradable electrically active film. The research team, led by Myung Jaewook from KAIST’s Department of Civil and [...]

Seoul Launches South Korea’s First Nighttime Self-Driving Taxis

SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Seoul is set to introduce the country’s first nighttime self-driving taxi service in the bustling Gangnam district starting September 26. The service will be accessible through Kakao T, the same popular ride-hailing app used for conventional taxis. According to Seoul city officials, the autonomous taxis will operate from 11 p.m. [...]

Unidentified Online Threat Sparks Fear, Police Mobilization in Seoul Suburb

SUWON, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – A week after an anonymous online post threatened a mass stabbing at a busy subway station in the Seoul suburb of Seongnam, local residents remain on edge as the author of the menacing message continues to elude authorities. The incident began on September 18, when an unidentified individual posted on [...]

South Korea to Expand Recycling Mandate for Electronic Devices

SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – In a significant move to address electronic waste, South Korea’s Ministry of Environment announced on September 24 that it would broaden the scope of its recycling program to encompass a wider range of electronic devices, including Bluetooth earphones, clothes dryers, and electric scooters. The change, set to take effect in [...]

Divorcees Open Up About Appearance Concerns in Future Partners

SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey of divorced individuals in South Korea has shed light on the complexities of remarriage, particularly the role physical appearance plays in initial meetings between potential partners. The survey, conducted jointly by ONLYou, a remarriage-focused matchmaking company, and Bien Aller, a marriage information service, polled 516 divorced men [...]

South Korean University Offers Breakfast for Just 100 Won to Boost Student Health and Local Rice Consumption

ASAN, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Soonchunhyang University has announced a new initiative to provide students with a hearty breakfast for a mere 100 won, starting from the fall semester. The program, revealed on September 24, aims to ensure students begin their day with a nutritious meal. This move comes on the heels of a broader [...]

South Korea’s Plan to Allow Foreign Doctors Faces Scrutiny Amid Low Pass Rates

SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – As the South Korean government moves to address medical shortages by allowing foreign-licensed doctors to practice, new data reveals that only 54.5% of foreign medical school graduates passed a key qualifying exam, raising concerns about the quality of care such a policy might introduce. The preliminary examination for medical licenses, [...]

KAIST Develops Smart Speaker for Mental Health Tracking in Single-Person Households

DAEJEON, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has unveiled a new multimodal smart speaker system designed to help users track their psychological state, the institute announced on September 24. This innovation comes at a time when concerns about mental health issues among single-person households are growing due to [...]

GS E&C Unveils AI Translator to Bridge Language Gap at Construction Sites

SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – GS E&C, a leading South Korean construction firm, announced on September 24 the development of an artificial intelligence-powered translation program called Xi Voice to facilitate communication with foreign workers at construction sites. The innovative tool, designed to address the challenges of a multilingual workforce, can convert spoken Korean into text [...]

U.S. Ban on Chinese Auto Tech Sparks Opportunity for South Korean Carmakers

SEOUL, Sept. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – The U.S. government’s decision to phase out the sale of vehicles using Chinese or Russian software and components in autonomous driving and communication systems has drawn attention to its potential impact on South Korean automakers and parts suppliers. Industry analysts predict that this move by the U.S. administration could prove [...]