Technology
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Singaporean medical imaging service provider 'Radlink' to adopt Lunit's AI chest X-ray solution
SEOUL -- "Lunit INSIGHT CXR," a chest X-ray analysis solution developed by South Korea's medical artificial intelligence company Lunit, will be provided to a Singaporean medical imaging service provider. The solution can detect various types of chest diseases such as lung cancer and tuberculosis. Using software robots, Lunit's AI solution compares and analyzes X-rays and medical images of chest disease patients and healthy people. After detecting an irregularity,
March 9, 2023 -
Launch of S. Korean private test rocket delayed for one day due to extended pre-launch examination
SEOUL --The launch of Hanvit-TLV, a test launch vehicle developed by South Korean startup Innospace, was delayed for a day due to extended pre-launch examinations and preparations, the tech startup said. In October 2021, South Korea successfully launched a homemade three-stage rocket called the Korea Space Launch Vehicle-2 (KSLV-2) known as "Nuri" into space. The rocket equipped with a 300-ton-class propulsion system was developed solely using domestically-developed t
March 8, 2023 -
KT to work with Intel for early introduction of WiFi 7 services
SEOUL -- South Korea's major telecom company KT has partnered with U.S. technology giant Intel to demonstrate WiFi 7 technology, the next-generation wireless networking technology with faster speeds and lower latency than conventional standards. The two companies will also work to stabilize the solution's performance as it can be widely used in various sectors including virtual reality and teleconferencing. Wi-Fi 7, which provides a speed of up to 11.5 gigabits per second (
March 3, 2023 -
Researchers develop AI-based solution capable of targeting tumor cells
SEOUL -- Researchers have developed a cancer treatment solution using artificial intelligence and big data analysis. The technology accurately attacks tumor cells through a database that distinguishes cancer cells from normal cells. A research team led by Choi Jung-kyoon, a professor at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) specializing in genomics, and cell biologist Park Jong-eun have created the technology capable of targeting tumor cells. Using a gene
March 3, 2023 -
KT showcases delivery robot capable of controlling food temperature at Barcelona's mobile device exhibition
SEOUL -- South Korea's major telecom company KT showcased a self-driving delivery robot capable of controlling temperature and humidity while delivering food products at Mobile World Congress, an annual mobile device exhibition in Barcelona. South Korea's robot industry which stood at five trillion won ($3.7 billion) in 2020 is growing at an average annual growth rate of 3.6 percent. Robots are currently used in various sectors including restaurant services, elderly care, a
February 28, 2023 -
Joint research team develops new electrode production technique for high-capacity EV batteries
SEOUL -- A joint team of researchers developed a new type of electrodes using carbon fiber paper to increase the durability of high-capacity lithium metal secondary batteries commonly used in electric vehicles. The new paper-type batteries could prevent battery combustions that could trigger catastrophic accidents. Lithium-ion batteries' anode material plays a crucial role in the operation of the power bank by storing ions from the cathode inside the battery and discharging t
February 28, 2023 -
Researchers develop radiation-resistant low-electricity non-volatile memory chip component
SEOUL -- A South Korean research team has developed a non-volatile memory chip component that consumes very little electricity and endures radiation levels similar to the primary cosmic radiation and atmospheric radiation which can damage the electronic parts of high-altitude aircraft or space crafts. Cosmic radiation, also known as primary cosmic rays, is charged particles that travel from astrophysical sources such as the sun with enormous amounts of energy. Atmospheric radiation
February 28, 2023 -
Researchers find operating principle of key protein in RNA generation process
SEOUL -- For the first time in the world, a team of researchers from South Korea's Institute for Basic Science has found the key operating principle of Dicer, also known as endoribonuclease Dicer, a protein crucial to the generation of micro RNA and RNA therapeutic agents. The findings could help researchers analyze the cause of various cancers and develop RNA-based drugs. Dicer is an enzyme that cleaves double-stranded RNA into short double-stranded RNA fragments called mi
February 24, 2023 -
Busan-based software company develops AI solution capable of monitoring container loading condition at ports
SEOUL -- Seoahn SNC, a software company based in South Korea, has developed an artificial intelligence-based solution capable of monitoring whether containers are properly stacked at a port facility. Incorrectly stored containers can cause various safety accidents as they may collapse because of gales. The technology created by the software company in the southern port city of Busan automatically is designed to analyzes container loading conditions using light detection and ranging
February 24, 2023 -
KAIST partners with Hyundai Motor to co-develop autonomous driving technologies
SEOUL -- South Korea's state research institute has partnered with the Hyundai auto group to co-develop autonomous driving technologies that would allow vehicles to maintain stability during self-driving at high speeds. While autonomous driving features offer drivers a convenient and safe driving experience at low speeds, it is harder for cars' sensors to detect and recognize obstacles such as other cars or pedestrians when moving fast. Sensors including lidar and cameras
February 23, 2023
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Exports continue rising streak with record semiconductor shipments
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PHOTOS: Thousands rally in Seoul against presidential vetoes
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INTERVIEW: Italian TV personality discusses AJP's role in upholding truth and bridging cultures while combating fake news
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Russian defense minister arrives in Pyongyang amid deepening military ties
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South Korea unveils new homegrown interceptor missile system
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Indonesia, Thailand hit by deadly floods, thousands displaced
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Tariff cuts not main cause for Korea trade deficit: US Congress
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Merger of Korean Air, Asiana Airlines expected next month
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Türkiye welcomes Omani Sultan in first-ever state visit
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Cold snap grips nation after heavy snowfall