Technology & Cyber
South Korea grapples with how to balance economic growth and green goals
Seoul’s cautious approach has seen it position itself as supplier of key tech while continuing to rely on fossil fuels
December 25, 2023
China’s export restrictions test South Korea’s supply chain resilience
Seoul races to secure essential minerals, but continuing trend of Chinese export restrictions exposes vulnerabilities
December 25, 2023
South Korea faces cybersecurity crisis amid R&D budget cuts
The Yoon administration’s reduction in R&D funding raises concerns over national cyber defense capabilities
December 19, 2023
US and South Korea boost tech partnership as China’s influence looms
South Korea’s tech partnership with the US highlights broader strategic tensions in ROK-China relations
December 11, 2023
South Korea’s successful spy satellite launch, cabinet reshuffle — Pilot Ep. 2
The Korea Pro team delves into South Korea's ambitions and challenges in advancing space technology
December 8, 2023
Yoon’s Netherlands state visit will aim to strengthen chip diplomacy
The visit will focus on enhancing semiconductor supply chains amid Chinese rare earth export restrictions
December 8, 2023
South Korea launches space surveillance, raises regional security questions
While enhancing surveillance capabilities, Seoul’s space-based ISR capability may exacerbate existing regional tensions
December 7, 2023
Twitch’s exit highlights costs of South Korea’s insular digital strategy
Streaming platform has blamed increased regulation on foreign firms, and its departure could have major economic impact
December 6, 2023
South Korea boosts defense capabilities with third solid-fuel rocket launch
Back-to-back satellite deployments aim to fortify South Korea’s monitoring and defense systems
December 5, 2023
South Korea’s first spy satellite signals shift toward defense autonomy
Launch of a military satellite illustrates South Korea’s effort to reduce reliance on the US while deepening cooperation
December 4, 2023
