South Korea
PulseAugur coverage of South Korea — every cluster mentioning South Korea across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
- headquartered in Seoul 90%
- partners with Seoul 80%
- used by semiconductor 70%
- affiliated with KOSPI 70%
- partners with Ministry of Science and ICT 70%
- competes with United Kingdom 70%
- affiliated with Samsung Electronics 60%
- other Coupang 60%
- other Japan 50%
- located in Strait of Hormuz 50%
- founded Ministry of Science and ICT 50%
- affiliated with Hyundai Motor Company 50%
- 2026-05-13 regulatory South Korea updates its national weather warning system, introducing a new 'extreme heat emergency' alert. source
- 2026-05-13 partnership South Korea signals phased support for a US-led mission in the Strait of Hormuz. source
- 2026-05-13 regulatory South Korea will implement a new electric vehicle subsidy evaluation system starting in July. source
- 2026-05-12 controversy A proposal for AI tax dividends caused a temporary stock market drop.
- 2026-05-12 regulatory A policy advisor's proposal to tax AI profits led to a stock market drop. source
- 2026-05-12 product_launch South Korea launches the "K-export star 500" program to foster SMEs. source
- 2026-05-12 regulatory A high-level policy advisor proposed a citizen dividend funded by AI industry profits.
- 2026-05-12 regulatory South Korea is considering a proposal to distribute a citizen dividend funded by excess profits from the AI industry.
- 2026-05-12 regulatory A top South Korean policymaker proposed a citizen dividend funded by AI profits. source
- 2026-05-11 partnership South Korea selected a consortium led by Samsung SDS to build a national AI computing center.
- 2026-05-11 funding South Korea selected a consortium led by Samsung SDS to build a national AI computing center with a total investment of 2.5 trillion Korean won. source
- 2026-05-11 product_launch South Korea is exploring the use of AI and robotics to address military personnel shortages. source
- 2026-05-10 partnership South Korean Minister of Industry met with US officials to discuss investment agreements and treaty details. source
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South Korea eyes AI robots to counter military personnel shortage
South Korea's Ministry of National Defense is exploring the integration of artificial intelligence and robotics to address a significant decline in its military personnel. Facing a 20% reduction in standing forces over …
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Philippine prison inmates run international crime rings using smartphones
Criminal kingpins in Philippine prisons are allegedly orchestrating sophisticated crime rings across Japan and South Korea. These inmates utilize smartphones and encrypted messaging apps like Telegram to manage drug dea…
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Samsung, SK Hynix China workers demand raises amid AI chip boom
Workers at Samsung and SK Hynix semiconductor plants in China are demanding wage increases, citing the booming AI chip market. This situation has sparked heated discussions in South Korea and China regarding the redistr…
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US and China officials meet in Seoul for trade talks ahead of Trump-Xi summit
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng are scheduled to meet in Seoul this week for trade talks. This meeting is intended to finalize agreements ahead of a summit between US President Don…
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South Korea, US Discuss Investment Treaty Details
South Korea's Minister of Industry visited the United States from May 6th to 9th to discuss investment agreements. During the visit, the Minister met with U.S. officials, including the Secretary of Commerce, to negotiat…
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AI-powered robot monk arrives in South Korea, merging tech and Buddhism
A robot monk, developed with AI, has arrived in South Korea, blending technology with Buddhist traditions. This initiative explores the potential for coexistence between humans and artificial intelligence, aiming for a …
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South Korean temple uses humanoid robot in Buddhist initiation ceremony
A Buddhist temple in South Korea has incorporated a humanoid robot into its religious ceremonies. The robot, named Seongjeong, has been integrated into the initiation rites, marking a unique intersection of technology a…
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Robot Buddhist monk sparks debate over technology and spirituality
A robot monk designed to lead Buddhist meditations has drawn mixed reactions in South Korea. While some see it as a technological advancement, others, like Zen instructor Noah Namgoong, view it as a socioeconomic phenom…
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Japan taps household wealth for AI, semiconductors in new economic model
Japan is implementing a new economic strategy focused on boosting industrial ambitions and economic security by leveraging household wealth. This initiative designates 17 strategic fields, including artificial intellige…
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Gulf oil producers eye South Korea's storage amid Hormuz closure
South Korea is experiencing interest from major Gulf oil producers, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the UAE, in utilizing its underground crude oil storage facilities. These nations are seeking to reduce export risk…
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South Korea and MicroVision/Avular advance AI-powered drones for defense
South Korea's National Intelligence Service and military are pooling their data to counter drone threats, integrating AI and real-world training in response to the conflict in Ukraine. In parallel, MicroVision and Avula…
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AI chip shortage prompts customers to fund SK hynix fabs and buy EUV machines
Major technology firms are proposing unprecedented investments in SK hynix's memory chip production, including funding new fabrication lines and purchasing expensive EUV machines. These offers aim to secure supply amid …
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China and Russia conduct joint naval drills near Japan
Japan's Self-Defense Forces tracked three Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy warships passing through the Tsushima Strait. This transit is part of a larger Chinese naval group that had previously entered the Sea of J…
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China's tech surge prompts South Korea to rethink industrial ties
China's advancements in technology and competitive pricing are challenging South Korean companies' ability to find profitable industrial collaborations. Experts suggest that both nations should focus on developing inter…
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Unitree Robotics expands to South Korea, robot ordained at Seoul temple
Unitree Robotics, a prominent Chinese humanoid robot manufacturer, has launched its operations in South Korea. As part of its market entry, the company's G1 robot participated in a Buddhist ordination ceremony at Seoul'…
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Trump plans to invite Nvidia, Apple, Exxon CEOs on China visit
Donald Trump is reportedly planning to invite CEOs from major US companies, including Nvidia, Apple, ExxonMobil, and Boeing, to accompany him on a potential visit to China. The selection process for these invitations is…
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South Korea's March current account surplus hits record $37.3B on strong chip demand
South Korea's current account surplus reached a record high of $37.33 billion in March, driven by strong overseas demand for semiconductors. This marks the 35th consecutive month of surplus since May 2023, the second-lo…
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DeepSeek seeks $7.35B in record funding round; Tencent eyed as investor
DeepSeek, an AI company, is reportedly seeking up to 50 billion yuan (approximately $7.35 billion) in its first major external funding round, which could set a new record for a Chinese startup. Industry insiders suggest…
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South Korea extends oil hoarding ban until July amid supply fears
South Korea has extended its ban on hoarding and monopolizing petroleum products for an additional two months, through the end of July. This measure aims to address supply concerns stemming from Middle Eastern conflicts…
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Unidentified aircraft strike South Korean ship in Hormuz Strait
A South Korean cargo ship, the HMM Namu, was struck by unidentified aircraft in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, according to South Korea's foreign ministry. The ministry stated that the aircraft hit the ship's ballast t…