ECONOMY

No Batteries Needed: These Microscopic Robots Run on Urea

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) announced the development of a self-propelled, biocompatible cell robot powered by urea—a natural biological byproduct—without the need for external power sources or complex mechanical s

Hyundai Tops U.S. Quality Survey for Second Year Straight

Hyundai Motor Group has clinched the top spot for the second consecutive year in America's most prestigious automotive quality survey. On Thursday, Hyundai Motor Group announced that it had achieved the highest overall score among 17 global automoti

Ovens That Think: LG’s SKS Turns Up the Heat on High-End Kitchens

LG Electronics' ultra-premium built-in appliance brand, SKS, has impressed global food enthusiasts with its cutting-edge kitchen experience. They announced that SKS was the sole official sponsor among appliance brands at the Food & Wine Classic, hel

LG’s New OLED Screen Hits 1,500 Nits and 540Hz — Here’s Why That Matters

LG Display announced on Friday that it will commence mass production of a 27-inch organic light-emitting diode (OLED) monitor panel, achieving a peak brightness of 1,500 nits, utilizing its proprietary fourth-generation OLED technology known as Prim

Huawei Showcases AI-Powered Internet and Home Tech

Huawei announced on Friday that it unveiled its innovative strategies for next-generation 5G Advanced (5G-A) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies at the recent MWC Shanghai 2025 event. A Huawei spokesperson highlighted the company's showcas

Amazon Opens New AI and Tech Hub in Singapore

Amazon Web Services (AWS) officially inaugurated its Asia-Pacific AWS Innovation Hub in Singapore on Friday. An AWS spokesperson revealed that the Innovation Hub was established to catalyze artificial intelligence (AI) innovation across both public

OpenAI Blocks China, North Korea Accounts Misusing ChatGPT

A recent analysis by OpenAI of ChatGPT misuse cases detected and blocked over the past three months revealed that 4 out of 10 incidents involved accounts linked to China. Accounts suspected to be associated with North Korean IT personnel were found

LG Launches ‘Radio Optimism’ to Bring Real Feelings Back to Social Media

LG Electronics announced the launch of a new global campaign called "Radio Optimism," as part of its "Life's Good" brand message. This innovative campaign aims to rekindle emotional connections that have been weakened in our digital world. By using

Jaguar, Hyundai, GM Among 14,000+ Vehicles Recalled Over Safety Issues

South Korea's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced on Wednesday that 14,708 vehicles across 19 models from Jaguar Land Rover, Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai Motors), GS Global, and General Motors will be voluntarily recalled due

Samsung Unveils New Smart Monitors With OLED, AI, and Style

Samsung Electronics unveiled its 2025 lineup of smart monitors on Tuesday, introducing three new models: the M9, M8, and M7. The flagship M9 (32-inch) marks a milestone as the first smart monitor to feature an OLED panel. The M8 (32-inch) boasts an