Will Samsung, Hyundai clash over robots?
A decades-old unspoken rule between the two conglomerates may be ending in robotics, a burgeoning area where their leaders are pouring resources in search of a future growth…
Byun Hye-jin
Hyundai crashes Ioniq 5 to demonstrate EV battery safety
The carmaker boasts enhanced safety features in case of fire for the model.
Samsung’s humanoid robotics ambition takes shape with stake in Rainbow robotics
Industry watchers are paying keen attention, as it is seen as a crucial step for Samsung to secure an early edge in the burgeoning robotics market.
CES 2023 to offer glimpse into future lifestyles
Spearheaded by Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics and SK Group, approximately 550 South Korean companies will join the world’s largest tech convention.
Airports eye travel rebound induced by K-culture boom next year
Piggybacking on the global popularity of K-pop and K-dramas, Korea Airports Corporation said it is going all out to attract more international travelers.
Losing on home turf: Korea’s kimchi trade deficit returns
Soaring kimchi imports were driven by consumers seeking less expensive options, despite the widespread perception that domestic kimchi is healthier.
South Korea’s milk inflation accelerates
The surge in the milk price will likely bring up the prices of bread and coffee, as well as butter, cheese, cream and other dairy products.
Amid weakening won, US cross-border shopping less attractive to Koreans
According to data, cross-border shopping from Korea to the US increased on-year by a mere 6.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2022.
Korean businesses show greater appetite for vegan foods
According to data, the South Korean vegan food market is expected to grow to 14.1 billion won this year and 18.1 billion won by 2025.
Inflation fears loom large as kimchi-making season nears
Even though more people now prefer to purchase kimchi rather than make it themselves, kimchi remains a staple food for Koreans.