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%
- 2026-05-14 controversy South Korea's stock market experienced a significant downturn due to public calls for AI profit-sharing. source
- 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 regulatory A policy advisor's proposal to tax AI profits led to a stock market drop. source
- 2026-05-12 controversy A proposal for AI tax dividends caused a temporary stock market drop.
- 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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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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Xi and Trump Meet in Beijing to Stabilize US-China Relations
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with US President Donald Trump in Beijing for a state visit, aiming to stabilize bilateral relations and foster cooperation. The leaders discussed overcoming the "Thucydides Trap" and fi…
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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…
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US allies build independent tech cooperation frameworks
Allies of the United States are developing independent cooperation frameworks for advanced technologies like AI and semiconductors, aiming to reduce reliance on American leadership. These initiatives, such as the Canada…
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Vibranium Labs expands into South Korea with its AI-powered SRE tool, Vibe AI
Vibranium Labs is expanding into the South Korean market with its AI-powered SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) incident response tool, Vibe AI. This move aims to address the growing need for efficient and automated sol…
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South Korean court reduces ex-PM Han Duck-soo's jail term to 15 years
A South Korean appeals court has reduced the jail sentence for former prime minister Han Duck-soo from 23 years to 15 years. The initial sentence was related to his involvement in the 2024 martial law declaration by ex-…
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Moonshot AI nears $20B valuation amid diverse financial market news
Chinese financial news outlet 36Kr reported on several distinct events. In one item, South Korea plans to import up to 33 million barrels of crude oil annually from Canada under a free trade agreement, simplifying impor…
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North Korea revises constitution, dropping reunification goal for state-to-state relations
North Korea has revised its constitution, removing references to national reunification and emphasizing a formal state-to-state relationship with South Korea. The updated document replaces phrases about "independence, p…
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Humanoid robot Gabi takes Buddhist precepts at South Korean temple
A humanoid robot named Gabi has taken Buddhist precept vows at the Jogyesa Temple in Seoul, South Korea. This event marks a unique intersection of artificial intelligence and religious practice. Gabi participated in a r…
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Anthropic executives to visit South Korea to discuss AI safety risks
Executives from the AI company Anthropic are scheduled to visit South Korea next week. The purpose of their visit is to discuss strategies for mitigating AI safety risks with the South Korean government. This meeting hi…
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US Treasury plans $125B debt issuance amid AI safety talks and Nvidia's module innovation
Anthropic executives are scheduled to visit South Korea next week to discuss AI safety risks with government officials. This meeting follows the U.S. Treasury's announcement of a $125 billion debt issuance to manage mat…
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Meet # ONLYOFFICE at AI Expo Korea 2026 🇰🇷 📆 May 6–8, 2026 📍 Seoul, South Korea 🌐 https://www. aiexpo.co.kr AI Expo Korea 2026 is one of the largest and most re
ONLYOFFICE will be exhibiting at AI Expo Korea 2026, a major AI exhibition in Seoul scheduled for May 6-8, 2026. The event is expected to host approximately 350 exhibitors and 50,000 visitors. ONLYOFFICE plans to showca…
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Europe faces jet fuel crisis as global oil supply dwindles post-Iran conflict
A potential jet fuel crisis looms for Europe in June as global oil supplies are projected to fall to 98 days of demand, with some regions facing even tighter constraints. Goldman Sachs analysts warn that jet fuel availa…
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Iran war sparks oil shock, driving India to green energy and Asia's plastic shortage
The Iran war has triggered a significant oil price surge, prompting India's military to explore green energy alternatives like biogas and solar power for its operations. Concurrently, Asia faces a critical shortage of p…
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South Korea's AI-driven chip exports hit record high, boosting Q1 exports
South Korea's first-quarter exports reached a record high of $219.9 billion, driven by a massive 139% surge in semiconductor exports. This boom is attributed to increased global investment in AI data centers. Meanwhile,…
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Nvidia aims to revolutionize optical modules, while South Korea probes $1.37B stock market fraud
South Korean tax authorities are investigating alleged stock market misconduct, with an estimated 2 trillion won (approximately $1.37 billion) in tax evasion. The National Tax Service will audit 31 companies, including …
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Samsung stock surges 9.5% to $1T valuation amid rising Korean CPI
South Korea's Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 2.6% year-on-year in April, marking the largest increase since July 2024. This rise was significantly influenced by a 21.9% surge in petroleum product prices, the highest…
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Jusung Engineering's solar tech rally creates new billionaire in South Korea
Jusung Engineering, a South Korean company, is experiencing a significant rally in its stock price due to its advanced solar technology. The company holds a unique position as the sole manufacturer of a specific type of…
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JSR builds Taiwan photoresist plant to co-develop materials with TSMC
JSR, a major photoresist manufacturer, is constructing its first production facility in Taiwan, with an anticipated operational start by 2028. This move aims to enhance collaboration and co-development of advanced photo…