Technology & Cyber
Elderly South Koreans face digital isolation as government slashes tech budget
Budget cuts and rapid digitalization leave elderly citizens grappling with isolation and limited access to services
April 26, 2024
South Korea, Japan strengthen chip partnership with $120 million investment deal
Industry minister Ahn Duk-geun’s Tokyo visit highlights growing tech cooperation between the two nations
April 23, 2024
South Korea’s industries minister meets US officials to discuss chip subsidies
Ahn Duk-geun seeks fair treatment for Korean companies as TSMC secures billions in US funding
April 16, 2024
Ruling People Power Party’s landslide defeat and what comes next — Ep. 14
Jeongmin and John discuss the election results, PPP leadership vacuum and potential DP-RKP cooperation
April 12, 2024
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
