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LG U+ to offer blockchain-based overseas payment service

LG Uplus has joined with global partners in Japan, Taiwan and the United States to offer subscribers a blockchain-based overseas payment service, the Korean mobile carrier said Sunday.

IT | 2018-09-16 17:34

KT to turn 'Metal Slug' into VR game with Studio Roqovan

KT will collaborate with American virtual reality (VR) game developer Studio Roqovan to co-develop the VR version of the globally famous run-and-gun video game “Metal Slug,” the Korean telecom company said Sunday.

IT | 2018-09-16 17:33

LG, Samsung produce more PC monitors for gamers

Lee Seung-min, a 36-year-old officer worker living in Seoul, often goes to a “PC bang,” or internet cafe, to play the popular online shooting game “PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds.”

IT | 2018-09-16 17:18

India excludes Huawei and ZTE from 5G trials

India has excluded Huawei and ZTE from participating in trials to speed up 5G technology in the country amid security concerns surrounding the Chinese telecoms equipment providers. Local media reported Friday that the Department of Telecommunications has asked Samsung, Cisco, Ericsson and Nokia to be project partners for the trials.

IT | 2018-09-16 13:49

Samsung SDS to set up blockchain customs system

Samsung SDS will apply its blockchain platform to set up the world's first blockchain-based export customs clearance system in a project led by Korea Customs Service, the company said Friday.

IT | 2018-09-14 17:13

SKT picks Samsung, Nokia, Ericsson as 5G partners

SK Telecom has picked Samsung Electronics, Nokia and Ericsson as preferred bidders for its fifth-generation (5G) network equipment ahead of the launch the world's first commercial 5G service next March, Korea's top mobile carrier said Friday.

IT | 2018-09-14 17:13

Naver not to charge fees for online retail startups for 1 year

GWANGJU -- Naver will not charge a commission fee to sellers at its online shop for a year to nurture local small businesses, the company said Thursday. The country's top internet firm added it will make an advance payment to store owners to help improve their cash flow.

IT | 2018-09-13 16:09

Tech gurus gather in Seoul to discuss future of AI

Industry experts and leading scholars in artificial intelligence (AI) technology gathered in Seoul to share the latest trends and knowledge of the emerging technology during a global forum hosted by Samsung Electronics, Wednesday.

IT | 2018-09-12 16:54

LG Chem takes over US automotive adhesive firm

LG Chem announced Wednesday that it has acquired Uniseal, a U.S.-based automotive adhesive and sealant products maker, in a move to tap deeper into the car industry.

IT | 2018-09-12 16:53

Yanolja evolving into global leisure platform

Yanolja, a hotel and motel booking app operator, has been transforming itself into a global hotel and leisure mobile platform by forming business ties with global companies. These include Rakuten LIFULL Stay, an affiliate of Japan's e-commerce giant Rakuten, according to a senior company executive.

IT | 2018-09-12 11:26

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