Upstage Unveils 'Solar Pro 4' with Developer Platform Listings
Upstage announced the release of its self-developed large language model (LLM) 'Solar Pro 4' on August 14.Solar Pro 4 is a next-generation commercial artificial intelligence (AI) model that enhances reasoning capabilities and agent performance compared to its predecessor, 'Solar Pro 3.' It is optimized for stable execution of workflows required in real work environments, such as document understanding, information extraction, long-context reasoning, and continuous decision-making, rather than fo
Jang Gi-jong Donates Organic Shiitake Mushrooms to Vulnerable Groups in Jeju
The Jeju Value Creation Center, part of the Comprehensive Support Center for Disabled Enterprises, announced on August 14 that it purchased 1 million won worth of organic shiitake mushrooms produced by a family business of individuals with developmental disabilities and donated them to vulnerable groups in the region.The donation was made during the 'Love Shiitake Delivery Ceremony' held the previous day at the Jeju Ara-dong Senior Welfare Housing, where the donated items were handed over to rel
Actress Jung Ryeo-won Remembers Late Director Ahn Pan-seok
Actress Jung Ryeo-won paid tribute to the late director Ahn Pan-seok. On August 14, Jung expressed her feelings on social media, stating, "Director, I still can't believe it. I had prepared my heart, but I still don't know how to feel." She continued, "Thank you for igniting a spark in the hearts of many actors. You have no idea how hard we worked to earn that 'first place' stamp you gave us. I was happy to be able to work with that mindset throughout the filming." Jung also expressed gratitude
Kyobo Securities: Dalba Global Achieves Record Q2 Performance Amid Strong Growth in North America and Europe
Kyobo Securities reported on August 14 that Dalba Global achieved its highest-ever quarterly performance in the second quarter, driven by strong overseas sales in North America, Europe, and Greater China. The firm maintained its target stock price at 310,000 won and its investment rating at 'Buy.'Kwon Woo-jung, a researcher at Kyobo Securities, noted, "Despite temporary shortages of sunscreen containers and the impact of the war, the company recorded solid results that exceeded market expectatio
Trump Opens Door for Foreign Shipbuilders to Construct U.S. Navy Vessels
President Donald Trump has paved the way for foreign shipbuilders that invest in U.S. shipyards to construct up to two U.S. Navy vessels in their home countries. This initiative expands the so-called 'Finnish model,' which allows initial production abroad before shifting subsequent manufacturing to the United States, to the construction of U.S. Navy ships. Among domestic companies, Hanwha, which owns the Philadelphia shipyard, is seen as the most likely to benefit directly from this move. Howeve
NH Investment & Securities: LG Expected to Increase Shareholder Returns with Target Price of 135,000 Won
NH Investment & Securities stated that LG is expected to expand its long-term shareholder returns based on its net cash and stable operating income. The firm maintained a 'buy' rating and a target price of 135,000 won.Lee Seung-young, a researcher at NH Investment & Securities, noted, "With 1.2 trillion won in net cash and stable annual operating income of around 900 billion won as of the second quarter, we anticipate an increase in long-term shareholder returns and investments in new businesses
Stigma Effect Larger Than Expected as Designated Stocks Plunge Up to 28%
Stocks designated as management items experienced significant declines on August 13, following the designation of 36 companies, including penny stocks and those with insufficient market capitalization, under stricter delisting criteria.Among the 27 KOSDAQ-listed companies designated as management items, 23 saw their stock prices drop compared to the previous day, with an average decline of 8.1%. Concerns over potential delisting have rapidly dampened investor sentiment. Nine companies in the KOS
Bitcoin Rises Slightly to $63,400 Amid Stabilizing U.S. Interest Rates
미국 연방준비제도(Fed)의 추가 금리 인상에 대한 우려가 다소 줄어들자 비트코인 가격도 상승세를 나타내고 있다. 14일 글로벌 가상자산 시황 사이트 코인마켓캡에 따르면 비트코인은 이날 오전 8시 기준 전일 대비 0.15% 상승한 6만3459달러에 거래됐다. 최근 발표된 미국 7월 소비자물가지수(CPI)가 시장 예상에 부합하면서 연준의 금리 인상 가능성이 낮아진 점이 투자심리를 뒷받침한 것으로 풀이된다. 미국 7월 CPI는 전년 동월 대비 3.4% 올라 전월보다 상승폭이 둔화됐다. 변동성이 큰 식품과 에너지를 제외한 근원 CPI도 2
Government Plans to Start Construction on 1.5 Million Homes by End of Term
Han Jun-kyung, the Chief Economic Officer at the Blue House, projected that approximately 1.5 million homes could begin construction during the term of the Lee Jae-myung administration. He emphasized the need to publicize plans to utilize Yongsan Park and surrounding return sites for public housing supply, which were excluded from the recent housing measures after much debate.On August 13, Han appeared on CBS Radio's 'Park Jae-hong's One-on-One Debate' and stated that when considering the Septem
Trump Imposes Up to 100% Tariff on Imported Drones, 15% Cap for South Korean Products
President Donald Trump has announced a maximum 100% tariff on imported drones and key components. Products from South Korea will have a tariff cap of 15%.According to the White House on September 13, Trump signed a proclamation imposing tariffs on drones and related parts under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. This action follows a Department of Commerce investigation that found reliance on foreign drones poses a threat to U.S. national security.Drones exceeding a takeoff weight of 25 kg