Coupang is set to invest about 360 billion won in Taiwan as it launches rocket delivery services in the region.According to local media reports in Taiwan on April 25, including in the Liberty Times, the Department of Investment Review under Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs has approved Coupang
At one point, 8 out of 10 Chinese smartphones used Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) panels from Korean companies. Now, that number has plummeted to less than 2 out of 10, indicating a dramatic drop in the market share of Korean companies as China encourages the use of domestically produced compon
lecom. The goal is to boost AI service competitiveness by leveraging Korea’s world-leading semiconductor and communication technologies. As Microsoft and the Tech Big 4 have much to offer each other in business structures, this AI collaboration is expected to be a win-win for both parties.On April 2
Korean appliances are making strides in Europe, one of the world’s most conservative markets. Although the European market is known for its traditional preferences, Korean companies have carved out a strong presence by adopting tailored strategies that cater to local tastes.Last year, LG Electronics
In a landmark move for the security industry, Neubility, a trailblazer in autonomous mobility solutions, and the South Florida Security (SFS) Group, a premier provider of integrated security services, have announced a collaborative Proof of Concept (PoC) initiative. This pioneering project is set to
“Through the SmartThings ecosystem, Samsung is connecting everything from smartphones to refrigerators,” said Han Jong-hee, vice chairman and head of Device Experience (DX) at Samsung Electronics. “Just doing this well makes us a worthy competitor to Apple,” he added during a press briefing held in
With China dominating the large-sized Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel market, it has now firmly set its sights on expanding its territory in the ultra-large TV market. This move is putting pressure on the pursuit by Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics.According to market research firm Omdia on
LG Electronics is speeding up its efforts to enhance its semiconductor capabilities as it battles with Samsung Electronics for dominance in the AI home appliance market.On April 10, LG Electronics announced plans to expand its home appliance-specific on-device AI chip, DQ-C, to 46 models across 8 pr
A new “subscription service” by LG Electronics is gaining attention as the new paradigm of future home appliances.LG Electronics’ subscription service allows for a wide range of choices from large home appliances such as washing machines, air conditioners, and TVs to taste-oriented appliances like S
The K21 Infantry Fighting Vehicle, produced by Hanwha Aerospace, is highly likely to be exported to Latvia this year.Hanwha Aerospace is currently participating in the Latvian Army’s armored vehicle replacement project with its K-21 Infantry Fighting Vehicle. The project involves about 100 units and
Jo Seong-jin, CEO of LG Electronics, announced on March 26 that the company is seeking investment opportunities in adjacent industries, revealing plans for mergers and acquisitions.During the regular general shareholders’ meeting held at the LG Twin Towers in Yeouido, Seoul, CEO Jo stated, “After an
The OLED TV market, recognized as a top-tier premium TV segment, is experiencing a breath of fresh spring air. Attention is focused on whether LG Display, the global leader in the OLED TV panel market, can turn the tide.According to market research firm Omdia on March 25, global TV shipments have be
According to sources from the battery and investment banking (IB) industries on March 24, it has been confirmed that SK on is in the final stages of securing US$1.1 billion in funding.Firstly, SK on secured a US$400 million loan through Shinhan Bank last month, which was then transferred to its U.S.
In February, Korea’s instant noodle exports reached a record high. As the green light has been given to instant noodle exports since the beginning of the year, Korea’s ramen exports are expected to exceed USUS$1 billion for the first time this year.Korea’s instant noodle exports last month was the h
LG Electronics is expanding its content ecosystem beyond household appliances to mobility by installing its own OTT service, LG Channel, into Hyundai and Kia vehicles.According to the electronics industry on March 18, LG Electronics started the LG Channel service in Hyundai and Kia vehicles from Jan
For the fourth consecutive month, semiconductor exports have shown double-digit growth rates, leading the charge in exports. With increases in exports across various components such as displays and computer/peripheral devices, the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector as a whole is s
Chinese TV manufacturers are aggressively targeting the OLED market, dominated by Samsung and LG, with their large LCD products offered at breakthrough prices.During the “Korea Display Conference” hosted by Omdia in the Seocho district of Seoul on March 13, Park Kyung-sun, director at Omdia Korea, s
Analysts have reported that LG Display is set to supply between 700,000 to 800,000 white OLED (WOLED) panels to Samsung Electronics.At the Korea Display Conference held on March 13 at Seoul’s EL Tower, Jeong Yoon-seong, executive director of Omdia Korea, stated, “It is believed that LG Display and S
Following their competition in integrated washing and drying machines, Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics are now launching AI TVs, sparking another pride battle. On-device AI, which operates AI within the device without a network connection, is rapidly spreading to TVs.On March 13, Samsung Elec
After a period of downturn due to economic slowdown and weak demand for IT devices, the display industry is on the verge of a significant rebound. The surge in demand for Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED)-based displays for laptops and tablets, driven by the artificial intelligence (AI) boom, is a