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Samsung Electronics Launches New 'Spatial Signage' Glasses-Free 3D Display
Samsung Electronics is launching a new 32-inch 'Spatial Signage' glasses-free 3D display. Samsung Spatial Signage is a next-generation innovative display that incorporates Samsung’s proprietary '3D Plate' technology, delivering a sense of depth as if there is another space inside the screen?without the need for dedicated 3D glasses. On April 28, Samsung Electronics announced it has expanded its lineup by introducing the new 32-inch model, in addition to the previously released 85-inch product launched earlier this year, aiming to increase attention on small-sized products on display. Whereas the existing 85-inch model offers an immersive experience akin to viewing a runway at a glance?featuring a screen about 190cm tall in 4K UHD (2160x3840) resolution?the new 32-inch product features FHD (1080x1920) resolution and a 9:16 aspect ratio, enabling 360-degree rotating videos of display items such as shoes and jewelry, showing their front, side, and back views. Despite its slim 49.4mm profi
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Taihan Cable Wins High-Voltage Submarine Cable Project for Sinan Solar Power
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Domestic Outdoor Brand's Down Jacket Wins Top Prize at International Design Competition for the First Time
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Samsung Electronics Wins 16 Red Dot Design Awards, Takes Top Honors with OLED TV
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[On the Path to Wind Power Independence]②Monitoring 24,000 Wind Data Points... AI Prevents Wind Turbine Failures in Advance
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[Seeking the Path to Wind Power Independence] ①‘K-Wind’ Uses 70% Domestic Components... Boosting Competitiveness Over Europe
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Playkids-Pro Achieves 36% Sales Growth in Q1...Aims for Annual Sales of 100 Billion Won
Fueled by Samsung and SK hynix, Semiconductor Equipment Market Sales Rise 12%
Investments by foundries such as TSMC to respond to artificial intelligence (AI) demand, combined with expanded memory investments by Samsung and SK hynix, are driving double-digit growth in the global semiconductor equipment market. The expansion of investments focused on advanced process technology and high-bandwidth memory (HBM) amid the AI-driven supercycle is analyzed as the main factor fueling equipment demand. According to market research firm Counterpoint Research on April 28, the total sales of global semiconductor manufacturing equipment suppliers reached $143 billion (KRW 210.782 trillion), up 12% from the previous year. This growth is attributed to the expansion of AI infrastructure, which has led to a significant increase in demand for advanced logic semiconductors, high-bandwidth memory (HBM), and advanced packaging equipment. In particular, the combined sales of the top five semiconductor equipment companies reached $114 billion (KRW 168.036 trillion), a 14% increase fro
Shinsegae Casamia Launches Cooling Functional Bedding 'Sierra'
Shinsegae Casamia has launched a new cooling functional bedding product, 'Sierra (SIERRA)', in response to the unusually early onset of hot weather this year. Sales of the cooling bedding series 'Chamonix (CHAMONIX)', which Shinsegae Casamia launched in early April, have increased by more than 50% each week. Demand continues to grow, with last week's sales rising 180% compared to the previous week. The Chamonix series uses a contact cooling fabric for the inner side of the duvet (the surface that touches your body), delivering an instant cooling sensation upon contact with the skin. This helps reduce discomfort caused by hot weather and supports restful sleep. The newly introduced 'Sierra' series is also a bedding and living fabric line made with cooling functional materials. It features 'Duraron-Cool (DURARON-COOL)', a high-performance contact cooling fabric. Duraron-Cool is a new material yarn manufactured with specialized technology without the use of chemicals. It offers permanent
Musk Engages in $180 Billion Legal Battle with OpenAI as X’s Financial Services Take Shape
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, is taking bold moves simultaneously in two sectors: artificial intelligence (AI) and financial platforms. On one front, he has launched a legal battle against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman for 180 billion dollars, which is approximately 265 trillion won. On the other, he is preparing to launch "X Money," a product that combines payment and banking functions within the social networking service X (formerly Twitter).On April 26 (local time), foreign media outlets including The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) and Agence France-Presse (AFP) reported that the federal court in Oakland, California, USA has begun the jury selection process for the lawsuit Musk filed against OpenAI and CEO Altman. The key issue in this trial is whether OpenAI, which was originally founded with nonprofit and public interest goals, has undermined those objectives and transformed into a for-profit company. Musk initially raised a total of 26 charges, including fraud, but recently withdrew the fraud-
Powerful Sound in the Palm of Your Hand... LG Electronics Launches Bluetooth Speakers 'XBOOM Rock' and 'Mini'
LG Electronics is targeting the audio market with the launch of new Bluetooth speakers that feature both portability and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. On April 28, LG Electronics officially released the 'LG XBOOM Rock' and 'LG XBOOM Mini', both less than 10cm in height and width and weighing under 300g. The two models offer distinct designs and convenient features tailored to different usage environments. The XBOOM Rock features a sturdy military design in black and has passed the U.S. Department of Defense's Military Standard Test, which evaluates durability in seven categories: high-temperature operation, rainfall, salt spray, sand and dust, immersion, vibration, and shock. With its 'All Mount String', it can be securely fastened to bicycle handlebars, tents, backpacks, and more, making it ideal for outdoor activities. The 'XBOOM Mini' comes in a minimalistic design in two colors?black and gray?blending seamlessly into indoor spaces such as bathrooms, studies, bedrooms,
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First SK Hynix Investment Rating Downgrade Report of the Year Appears: "Growth Momentum to Weaken in Second Half" [Click eStock]
For the first time this year, a securities report has been issued that downgrades the investment rating for SK Hynix from "Buy" to "Hold." It is the first time in about nine months that a domestic securities firm has published a report on SK Hynix that does not carry a buy recommendation. According to BNK Securities on April 28, researcher Lee Minhee explained, "Despite the steep growth in earnings, the company is now entering the latter phase of the semiconductor boom cycle, and considering the anticipated slowdown in momentum during the second half of the year." However, the target price was maintained at 1.3 million won. Researcher Lee first noted, "SK Hynix's first-quarter results this year did not meet the heightened expectations of the market." SK Hynix reported first-quarter sales of 5.2576 trillion won (a 198% increase year-on-year) and operating profit of 3.761 trillion won (a 405% increase year-on-year). While these figures slightly exceeded market consensus, they fell short
"$100,000 On-Site Deal at the Expo"... Korean Manufacturing AI in High Demand
At the Hannover Messe, the world’s largest manufacturing industry exhibition held for five days starting on the 20th, Korean manufacturing artificial intelligence (AI) transformation (M.AX) companies achieved notable progress in expanding their presence in the global market. KOTRA (Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency) announced on the 27th that the integrated Korea Pavilion, operated in collaboration with five organizations including the Industrial Intelligence Association, featured 33 companies specializing in manufacturing solutions with AI and robotics. The event continued to draw significant interest and results from global manufacturing industry stakeholders. More than 3,000 companies from over 60 countries, including ABB and Siemens, set up exhibition booths, and the fair attracted over 120,000 visitors. This year’s exhibition focused on AI-driven and robotics-based industrial and energy transition, reflecting both AI innovation and the ongoing war in the Middle East. “Agenti
Nikkei: "Samsung Electronics to Withdraw from Home Appliance and TV Sales in China"
Reports have emerged that Samsung Electronics plans to withdraw from its home appliance and TV sales operations in China within this year. On April 27, Japan’s Nihon Keizai Shimbun (Nikkei) cited sources as saying that Samsung Electronics intends to focus more on the robustly growing U.S. market and its semiconductor and smartphone businesses, as profitability in China has worsened due to the rapid progress of local competitors. According to the report, Samsung Electronics plans to gradually dispose of its inventory in China and completely end local sales by 2026. However, the company will maintain its production facilities in China for products such as refrigerators, washing machines, and air conditioners. These Chinese factories are expected to serve as production bases for overseas supply rather than for domestic sales. Nikkei also reported that, in response to these reports, Samsung Electronics stated that “no decisions have been made.” Yong Seokwoo, President of Samsung Electronic
CEO Hassabis: "AGI Era to Arrive Within 5 Years...A Golden Age of Scientific Advancement Awaits" (Comprehensive)
The Ministry of Science and ICT is joining hands with Google DeepMind to establish a collaborative framework for the "K-Moonshot" initiative and the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). On April 27, the Ministry of Science and ICT announced that it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul, where the "Google DeepMind Challenge Match" between AlphaGo and Lee Sedol took place in 2016. The key areas of collaboration include joint research on science and technology AI, AI talent development, and responsible AI use. Google DeepMind is a world-renowned AI research organization that marked a symbolic turning point in AI technology with its Go AI AlphaGo, and demonstrated the potential of AI in science and technology with AlphaFold. Notably, Demis Hassabis, CEO, was awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for AlphaFold’s achievement in solving the longstanding challenge of protein structure predi
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