Government's Mortgage Policy for Non-Apartment Housing Sparks Outrage Among Young Adults
The government is moving forward with a policy to support first-time homebuyers under 39 years old by offering policy mortgages for non-apartment purchases, specifically villas and officetels, priced under 400 million won. This initiative has sparked cynicism and backlash among young adults in their 20s and 30s, as well as online users.Critics argue that the government is encouraging young people to invest in non-apartment properties, which are perceived to have declining asset values, following
Xiaomi Korea Launches Robot Vacuum 6 Series with Pre-Orders Until August 24
Xiaomi has officially launched its new 'Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 6 Series' in South Korea, with pre-orders available until August 24.According to Xiaomi Korea on August 19, the new series includes the top model 'Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 6 Max' and the slimmer 'Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 6.' The suggested retail prices are 1,690,000 won and 1,190,000 won, respectively.The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 6 Max features bionic dual robot legs that can cross thresholds up to 6 cm high. It employs a three-tier expansion system a
Paldo Introduces AI-Driven Autonomous Manufacturing at Naju Plant
Paldo is enhancing its noodle production process by implementing an artificial intelligence (AI)-based autonomous manufacturing system at its Naju plant. This system will analyze data generated during production in real-time and use AI to determine optimal production conditions for equipment control.On August 19, Paldo announced that it is collaborating with MIQube Solutions to establish the AI autonomous manufacturing system at its Naju facility, which produces key noodle products including Pal
Cooling Off: A 'Mini Shower' for Delivery Workers
A campaign has been launched to express gratitude to delivery workers who continue their duties amid the heat wave. Men's beauty and lifestyle brand 'Gatsby' announced on August 18 that it is conducting the 'World's Smallest Shower' campaign to thank delivery workers during the summer. The campaign allows consumers to purchase products while also providing essential items for delivery workers. For every three Gatsby shower wipes purchased, an additional wipe will be given. Consumers can hang the
LG Uplus Validates Network Transition Technology with Yonsei University for AI-RAN Era
LG Uplus announced that it has validated technology to maintain connectivity during network transitions in an AI-RAN (AI Radio Access Network) environment. The validation was conducted by linking LG Uplus's 5G network with an AI-RAN testbed developed by Yonsei University, which is based on NVIDIA GPU technology. AI-RAN is a next-generation wireless network technology that uses AI to analyze and optimize network conditions in real time, allowing for efficient resource utilization and predicting p
New Wage Separation System for Construction and Shipbuilding Industries to Launch Next Year
Starting next year, in multi-tier subcontracting projects within the construction and shipbuilding industries, wages for workers must be separated from other project costs. Prime contractors will be required to verify that subcontractors have paid these wages as intended.The Ministry of Employment and Labor announced that it will begin legislative notice on the revised enforcement decree and rules of the Labor Standards Act on the 20th. The wage separation system mandates that contractors distin
NHN Unveils AI Data Center Using Water Cooling Instead of Air
On August 18, NHN Cloud showcased its new data center, NHN Factory X Seoul, located in Yangpyeong-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. Lee Il-jun, head of the technology business division at NHN Cloud, explained the facility's water cooling technology, likening it to placing ramen in cold water to cool it down, as opposed to blowing on it to cool it with air. Despite the long rows of black server racks, the noise level was surprisingly low.NHN Cloud has installed 7,656 NVIDIA B200 GPUs in this facility
Celltrion Leads Market Share in Asia for Remsima and Cancer Drugs
Celltrion is expanding its market influence in Asia, maintaining the top prescription share for its key products, including autoimmune disease treatments and cancer drugs.According to IQVIA, a pharmaceutical market research firm, Celltrion's autoimmune disease treatment 'Remsima' (ingredient: infliximab) recorded a 93% market share in Singapore for the first quarter of this year. It also led in market share in Hong Kong (84%), Thailand (78%), and Malaysia (72%).The company's cancer drug portfoli
Hana Financial Launches 'Hana Green Mate' Campaign for Carbon Neutrality
Hana Financial Group is launching a campaign aimed at promoting carbon neutrality in daily life for its employees and customers. The 'Hana Green Mate' campaign will run until September 30, the company announced on August 19. This initiative features personalized eco-friendly missions for employees and encourages customer participation in energy-saving activities. Employees can access Hana Green Mate via a QR code, selecting their current location—whether at work or elsewhere—to receive missions
SK Shieldus Expands Zero Trust Security Business to Include AI Verification
SK Shieldus announced on August 19 that it will enhance its zero trust-based AI security business to address the growing demand for security management that includes artificial intelligence (AI) agents.To respond to this shift, SK Shieldus will offer AI security consulting services based on its proprietary zero trust methodology, known as SKZT (SK Shieldus Zero Trust). SKZT identifies key protection targets such as users, devices, networks, systems, applications, and data, diagnosing security le