Technology & Cyber
Yoon’s chip cluster plan raises feasibility concerns, overlooks challenges
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s ambitious plan lacks funding details as rivals aggressively subsidize chip production
April 10, 2024
South Korea’s election watchdog races to ensure integrity amid spy cam scandal
As voters head to the polls on Wednesday, experts warn of the dangers posed by political division and erosion of trust
April 9, 2024
South Korea’s tech ambitions at risk from government’s R&D budget whiplash
Inconsistent policies, poor communication erode trust and threaten Korea’s position in global chip market
April 4, 2024
US reportedly presses South Korea to tighten chip export controls on China
From waivers to pressure, Washington’s stance change complicates South Korea’s geopolitical stance
April 4, 2024
South Korea’s investment hub dreams face domestic regulatory hurdles
AMCHAM meeting with finance minister underscores challenges in creating welcoming environment for foreign investors
April 3, 2024
South Korean firms face challenges as global disclosure rules tighten
Stricter disclosure requirements in the EU and US force South Korean firms to adapt quickly or risk losing ground
April 1, 2024
South Korea’s 2025 budget proposal prioritizes innovation, future technologies
Reversal in budget priorities likely a belated attempt to rectify earlier decision, support semiconductor industry
March 27, 2024
Korean government’s widespread use of personal emails poses security risks
Blase attitude about net safety and cumbersome official software broaden exposure to phishing and other attacks
March 18, 2024
US and South Korea discuss chip cooperation amid long-term industry concerns
Facing a shrinking global market share, Seoul seeks cooperation with US to fortify chip sector resilience
March 6, 2024
Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with China
Current ROK law only forbids espionage for North Korea, while focusing on punishments over measures to prevent leaks
March 4, 2024
