SEOUL, Mar. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – KT Corporation has announced the introduction of a complimentary value-added service called ‘AI Spam Blocking Service’ that leverages artificial intelligence technology to automatically block spam text messages. The AI system, trained on over 1.5 million daily spam data points using deep learning, can automatically identify and block promotional spam [...]
BUSAN, Mar. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – The South Korean port city of Busan experienced a sharp rise in international tourist arrivals last year as the country’s travel industry continued its recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, according to government data released on Friday. The number of foreign visitors to Busan in 2023 soared to more than 1.8 [...]
SUWON, Mar. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – In an effort to improve physical fitness and promote a more active lifestyle among its residents, Gyeonggi Province in South Korea is set to introduce a pioneering “sports points” program next year, after completing a policy research study on the initiative this month. The proposed program, dubbed the “Gyeonggi Sports [...]
JEONJU, Mar. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – The Rural Development Administration (RDA) of South Korea has announced the development of a cryopreservation technology that allows for the long-term storage of pear tree genetic resources at ultra-low temperatures. The key to this technology is preserving genetic material in liquid nitrogen at an extreme low temperature of minus 196 [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai’s premium Genesis brand has unveiled a blackout edition of its flagship G90 sedan, bathing the luxurious model in what the company calls “the primordial color” to evoke a sense of refined mystique. Dubbed the Genesis G90 Black, the range-topping trim focuses on elevating the aesthetic of South Korea’s most [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – As cherry blossom festivals bloom across South Korea, Starbucks Korea has unveiled a map highlighting 10 of its most picturesque locations for admiring the fleeting spring spectacle. In Changwon, South Gyeongsang Province, home to the country’s largest cherry blossom festival in Jinhae, the Starbucks Jinhae Gyeonghwa Station Drive-Thru offers sweeping [...]
BUENOS AIRES, Mar. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – The Korean Cultural Center in Argentina inaugurated a special exhibition titled “The Path of Hanji” on March 20, showcasing the beauty and artistry of South Korea’s traditional handmade paper, hanji. The exhibition features 14 diverse artworks crafted from hanji, a natural paper with a 1,600-year history. Visitors can explore [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – In a pioneering move towards sustainable cosmetics packaging, LG Chem, a leading South Korean chemical company, is set to unveil an innovative eco-friendly plastic material derived from captured carbon dioxide at the world’s largest beauty trade fair, Cosmoprof Bologna 2024, which kicks off on March 21 in Bologna, Italy. The [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – As spring blooms in Seoul, Seocho District (Mayor Jeon Sung-soo) is set to host the “Yangjaecheon Art Salon,” a vibrant flea market showcasing handmade crafts and everyday items, from March 22 to 31 at the Yangjaecheon Pop-up Zone. The lively event will feature over 300 teams of small business owners, [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – As South Korean universities prepare to broaden “undecided major” admission tracks for the 2025 academic year, a new survey found over 60% of current high school seniors view the policy expansion favorably. The poll released on March 19 by Jongro Academy showed 64.5% of 1,104 students surveyed agreed with increasing [...]