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SK Telecom's metaverse platform ready for global debut with strengthened functions
SEOUL -- Ifland, a metaverse platform launched by SK Telecom, a top mobile carrier in South Korea, is ready for its global debut following its smooth domestic launch a year ago. The company highlighted the platform's usefulness as a new marketing channel that can expand an offline world to a metaverse world. For its global launch sometime in the second half of 2022, SK Telecom (SKT) has already developed the English version of Ifland, which maximizes user experience through
July 13, 2022 -
Line Next attracts $10 million to establish new global NFT platform
SEOUL -- Line Next, a U.S.-based venture launched by Line Corporation, a Japan-based messenger app operator, has attracted a strategic investment of $10 million that will be spent on establishing a new global non-fungible token (NFT) platform. Line Next's NFT platform called "DOSI" will be launched in the first half of 2022. The platform will allow business operators and creators to build their own NFT brand stores and global communities. They will be provided with
July 13, 2022 -
Researchers develop cellulose-based conductive anode binder material for all-solid-state batteries
SEOUL -- Researchers have developed an eco-friendly cellulose-based binder material for anode electrodes in all-solid-state secondary batteries. The simple and environmentally friendly production process of a binder material with a high energy density is ideal for mass production because it can be carried out in existing manufacturing facilities for lithium-ion batteries that use liquid electrolytes. All-solid-state batteries have a higher energy density than lithium-ion batteries
July 12, 2022 -
KT partners with Hanwha Systems for commercialization of wireless quantum cryptography communication
SEOUL -- KT tied up with Hanwha Systems, a defense contractor affiliated with South Korea's Hanwha Group, to develop and promote the commercialization of laser-based wireless quantum cryptography communication for aviation and space in the 6G era. Wireless quantum cryptography communication is stable and secure. Laser communication offers very high data rates, small antennas and privacy. Wireless quantum cryptography communication can be applied to future industries such as lo
July 12, 2022 -
Storage and transportation for liquid hydrogen to be demonstrated in S. Korea's eastern province
SEOUL -- Technologies for the storage and transportation of liquid hydrogen will be demonstrated in a regulation-free zone located in the northeastern province of Gangwon. Through the demonstration, South Korea will accelerate the commercialization of technologies for the production, storage, transportation, and utilization of liquid hydrogen. Liquid hydrogen, created by pressurizing hydrogen vapor, has about ten times more energy density than the vapor state. The liquid state is
July 11, 2022 -
[INTERVIEW] Amore Pacific confident over successful cloud-based digital transformation
SEOUL -- With confidence over its visible achievement in digital conversion, South Korea's top beauty product maker Amore Pacific aims to become "a de facto standard" for the introduction of cloud-based digital transformation by large domestic manufacturing companies. Amore, which was mainly recognized for door-to-door sales in the 1980s, has focused on expanding online sales channels targeting young female consumers. Digital marketing is important in the era of socia
July 11, 2022 -
SK Telecom partners with two startups to develop Web 3.0 digital asset wallet
SEOUL -- SK Telecom tied up with two domestic companies to develop and operate a Web 3.0 digital asset wallet that allows users to store, transmit, and receive tokens issued by blockchain networks. Security will be strengthened by adding encryption technology to a method that does not store users' private keys. SK Telecom (SKT) said the joint project with AhnLab Blockchain Company (ABC) and Atomrigs Lab is aimed at developing easy and safe wallet services. ABC develops a Web
July 11, 2022 -
KT releases dedicated quantum-encrypted leased line service for enterprises
SEOUL -- South Korea's biggest telecom company KT has released a leased line service that provides quantum encryption for enterprises that handle highly sensitive information and classified data. Companies already using leased line services can upgrade their security without having to install extra lines. Quantum encryption involves random keys generated by quantum computers. Only the sender and receiver with matching quantum keys can decrypt the data. When hacking attempts ar
July 11, 2022 -
Researchers develop AI-based tracking system capable of seamless indoor and outdoor positioning
SEOUL -- South Korean researchers have developed an artificial intelligence and satellite-based global positioning system technique that can seamlessly track signals in indoor and outdoor environments. The new system can be used for the development of indoor and vehicle navigation systems. Normally, global positioning system (GPS)-based tracking systems can only pick up signals sent by positioning devices located in an outdoor environment. When the devices move inside a building or
July 8, 2022 -
Researchers develop 3D-printed island for extended lifespan of stretchable and flexible electronics
SEOUL --South Korean researchers have developed a Ferris wheel-shaped polymer island capable of withstanding repetitive and excessive physical stress that can cause flexible and stretchable electronics to fail. The 3D-printed supporting material for tiny circuit boards can greatly increase the lifespan of flexible displays and stretchable skin-like sensors. An island is a small, flat, and rigid panel that provides physical support for electrical components used in various stretch
July 8, 2022
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Global tech firms to present smart manufacturing solutions at 'Smart Factory + Automation World' in Seoul
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Occult thriller film 'Exhuma' attracts more than 10 mln moviegoers in 35 days of release
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Education company Visang provides smart Korean language learning platform 'Klass' to Vietnamese universities
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LS Cable embarks on construction of plant for new copper foil material
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Seoul's bus labor union launches strike for first time in 12 years
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Turkish automotive association seeks partnership with S. Korean companies
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US political turmoil reflects our wider society – in 2024 and earlier elections
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S. Korean mobility solution company targets historical city as gateway to Viet Nam
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Avikus validates fuel-saving effect of self-sailing solution 'HiNAS Control'
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Life expectancy in South Korea decreases for first time since 2000