Technology & Cyber
Samsung boosts chip innovation with $14.3 billion research center in South Korea
Multi-billion dollar investment comes as Trump’s trade agenda threatens to disrupt semiconductor supply chain
November 19, 2024
South Korea grapples with how to stymie crypto-fueled drug trade
Cryptocurrency’s pseudonymity makes drug purchases hard to track, but stricter oversight risks stifling growing sector
November 15, 2024
How pro-Russian hackers took down South Korea websites over support for Ukraine
Global hacktivists caused little damage in DDoS attacks, but highlighted vulnerabilities in Seoul’s cyber infrastructure
November 13, 2024
South Korea strengthens NATO cyber ties as new threats emerge globally
ROK’s NATO ties bring cyber defense cooperation amid pro-Russia hacktivist threats, Trump-era US uncertainties
November 11, 2024
South Korea eyes AUKUS role and Ukraine mission as Trump wins US election
Seoul weighs strategic tech partnership with AUKUS while balancing its relations with Washington, Beijing and Moscow
November 8, 2024
Donald Trump’s win sets stage for digital trade battle with South Korea
Proposed platform regulations in ROK may fuel trade tensions as Trump brandishes tariffs to protect US tech firms
November 7, 2024
South Korea launches joint task force to stop tech leaks and secure innovation
New government initiatives tackle tech theft risks, leveraging partnership with US and Japan for stronger enforcement
November 7, 2024
What a Harris presidency could mean for South Korea’s economic and security ties
Seoul can expect export controls and compliance demands if vice president wins, impacting trade, nuclear energy and more
November 1, 2024
Samsung logs record revenue boost, but chip challenges persist
High-tech memory investment ramps up as Samsung fights to reclaim competitive edge in the AI semiconductor market
November 1, 2024
South Korea boosts drone arsenal with combat-proven Warmate UAVs from Poland
Acquisition of “suicide drones” marks a leap forward in Seoul’s push for advanced, attack-capable military technology
October 30, 2024
