[This Week's Books] 'How Technology Changes the World' and More

How Technology Changes the World

It provides insights into the evolution of technology and the future we should pursue. It argues that technology is created and evolves socially, not by special individuals. Therefore, it emphasizes the importance of creating a social environment and conditions where innovative technologies can be born and evolve, rather than waiting for creative geniuses. Through various cases and vivid anecdotes, it reveals the principles of technological evolution and the dynamic co-evolution of technology and society. (Written by Lee Jeong-dong / Kim Young-sa)

Real Estate Trends 2025

Based on big data analysis, it examines the expected housing prices in Seoul and investment issues. It analyzes that Seoul's real estate prices will surpass the 2021 peak next year and record new highs, and that Gangnam real estate has already entered a super cycle. It emphasizes that all market indicators, including the worst supply shortage in history, signals of interest rate cuts, extension of project financing (PF) issues, and soaring jeonse prices, predict price increases. It provides detailed analysis of 12 major complexes including Gyeonghuigung Ja-i in Jongno-gu and introduces hot places to watch. (Written by Kim Kyung-min et al. / WiseMap)

Life Trends 2025

It argues that an 'Introvert Economy,' where introverted people dominate the economy, has arrived. Due to the impact of COVID-19 and others, outdoor social activities, gatherings, and outdoor activities have decreased, while indoor content consumption has increased. People spend a lot of time on online video services (OTT) such as YouTube, TikTok, Netflix, and social networking services (SNS) like Instagram. It claims that more people will feel fatigued by over-connection and seek quietness. It presents 12 keywords that will lead our lifestyle next year. (Written by Kim Yong-seop / Bookie)

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