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Kang Seung-woo is the Business Desk editor at The Korea Times. Prior to this position, he covered politics, national affairs, finance and sports.

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CES 2026 AI boom to drive surge in displays: Samsung Display CEO

LAS VEGAS — As artificial intelligence reshapes the global electronics industry, some predict a future in which screens will fade in importance, replaced by voice- and sensor-based interfaces. Samsung Display, however, takes a different view. “As edge AI devices expand, the number of displays will increase significantly,” its CEO Yi Chung said during an interview with reporters on Wednesday (local time), arguing that screens will remain central to user experience even in an AI-driven world. Edge AI refers to running artificial intelligence algorithms directly on devices, rather than sending data to a central server or cloud for processing. Speaking on the sidelines of CES 2026, Yi said that while some devices aim to minimize the role of displays, an opposing trend is emerging as AI expands beyond smartphones into wearables, vehicles and robots. “There is a trend toward reducing displays, but at the same time, displays are being emphasized even more,” Yi said. “Without displays, devices become very inconvenient to use.” Yi stressed that AI will not eliminate screens but multip

Jan 11, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] AI boom to drive surge in displays: Samsung Display CEO
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CES 2026 Samsung Biologics seeks AI-powered manufacturing solutions

LAS VEGAS — Samsung Biologics CEO John Rim attended CES 2026 last week to explore strategies for artificial intelligence (AI)-driven digital transformation in manufacturing. “Attending CES allows us to experience global trends in advanced technologies and gain insights for manufacturing innovation in the AI era,” Rim said. He also participated in various sessions during CES, including Caterpillar’s keynote, discussions on AI adoption in manufacturing and automation-based smart factory technologies. Traditionally a consumer electronics and IT showcase, CES has evolved into a broader platform encompassing AI, robotics, health care and other industries undergoing digital transformation. This year’s edition centered on AI, digital health and advanced mobility, with particular attention on “physical AI” — technologies that enable AI systems to interact directly with the real world. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said, "One of the biggest (and) most important one is physical AI," while global firms such as Siemens and Caterpillar highlighted plans to adopt digital twin and smart facto

Jan 11, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] Samsung Biologics seeks AI-powered manufacturing solutions
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CES 2026 LG Innotek shifts from parts supplier to solutions provider

LAS VEGAS — LG Innotek CEO Moon Hyuk-soo said Wednesday (local time) that the company is accelerating its shift from a traditional components supplier model to a solutions-oriented business focused on profitability, with the package substrate segment serving as a key growth driver. “LG Innotek is no longer a parts company,” Moon said during an interview with reporters on the sidelines of the CES 2026 tech fair. “This year, we will reorganize our business structure toward a high-value, high-profit, high-performance portfolio.” Moon explained that the company’s business now focuses on three main areas: sensing, substrates and control. These technologies, originally developed for consumer electronics, are now being applied to cars, robots, drones and satellites. “In broad terms, everything we do falls into sensing, substrates and control,” Moon said. Control technologies include systems that manage electricity flow in electric vehicles, as well as motor and steering units. Rather than just supplying parts, LG Innotek now combines hardware with software and middleware to provi

Jan 11, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] LG Innotek shifts from parts supplier to solutions provider
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CES 2026 Samsung SDS positions agentic AI as key driver of competitiveness

LAS VEGAS — Samsung SDS is positioning itself at the forefront of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, emphasizing the growing importance of generative AI in reshaping corporate competitiveness. At CES 2026, Samsung SDS CEO Lee June-hee described the next evolution of AI as agentic AI, a form of intelligence capable of recognizing and executing tasks autonomously. Generative AI is becoming a key driver that determines a company’s competitiveness, going beyond simple technological innovation, Lee said. The company showcased how AI agents can transform daily workflows across industries, including public administration, finance and manufacturing. A dedicated exhibition space allowed visitors to experience firsthand how AI agents streamline tasks, reduce repetitive work and enable employees to focus on high-value activities. Lee highlighted Samsung SDS’s full-stack AI capabilities, spanning infrastructure, platforms and solutions. “We provide global cloud services tailored to our clients’ environments — including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform

Jan 8, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] Samsung SDS positions agentic AI as key driver of competitiveness
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CES 2026 LG AI home robot CLOiD to undergo real-world testing next year

LAS VEGAS — LG Electronics plans to conduct a feasibility demonstration of its newly unveiled artificial intelligence home robot next year rather than rushing to set a commercialization timeline, CEO Lyu Jae-cheol said Wednesday (local time). However, he added that the timeline could be brought forward from the company’s existing road map depending on the results of the test, citing the rapid pace of advances in robotic technology. The Korean tech giant unveiled LG CLOiD at the world’s largest electronics trade show, which kicked off Tuesday, aiming for a “zero labor home” where smart appliances free people from household chores and allow them to focus on higher-value activities. Lyu said LG CLOiD will perform not only physical tasks but also ease mental burdens, such as deciding what to cook for dinner. In that context, questions have been growing over when the robot will enter service. “Rather than discussing a concrete commercialization timeline at this stage, we plan to move the robot out of the laboratory and into real-world settings around next year,” Lyu said on the s

Jan 8, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] LG AI home robot CLOiD to undergo real-world testing next year
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CES 2026 Samsung Electro-Mechanics eyes AI boom, weighs advanced chip packaging expansion

LAS VEGAS — Chang Duck-hyun, CEO of Samsung Electro-Mechanics, said Tuesday that demand for flip-chip ball grid array (FC-BGA) substrates and multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) is expected to rise sharply in line with the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, adding that the company plans to run its FC-BGA production lines at full capacity in the second half of this year. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of CES 2026, Chang said Samsung Electro-Mechanics is also cautiously reviewing plans to expand FC-BGA capacity amid surging demand from AI servers and data centers. “As demand for AI servers and data centers is increasing sharply, we are carefully considering expanding FC-BGA capacity,” he said. FC-BGA is a high-density package substrate used to connect highly integrated semiconductor chips to mainboards. Demand for FC-BGA and MLCCs used in AI-related applications is rising rapidly as chip complexity and performance requirements increase. “In addition to AI servers, FC-BGA demand from AI data centers — including networking chips, power semiconductors and graphi

Jan 7, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] Samsung Electro-Mechanics eyes AI boom, weighs advanced chip packaging expansion
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CES 2026 LG Innotek showcases next-gen mobility solutions at CES

LG Innotek is showcasing a broad range of innovative mobility solutions at CES 2026, reinforcing its push to evolve from a components supplier into a full-fledged mobility solution provider. Highlights include camera modules capable of removing foreign substances in real time and ultra-compact, high-performance LiDAR systems with detection ranges of up to 200 meters. At LG Innotek’s booth in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, visitors are immediately greeted by a mock-up of an autonomous driving concept car. Rather than displaying individual parts, the company placed a full vehicle at the center of the exhibition, presenting its technologies in an integrated, 3D format that illustrates how they function together in real driving environments. The exhibition space reflects LG Innotek’s strategic shift toward mobility solutions. The autonomous driving mock-up incorporates 16 core components related to Autonomous Driving and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. Instead of showcasing cameras, LiDAR and radar as standalone products, LG Innotek emphasized convergence sensing

Jan 7, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] LG Innotek showcases next-gen mobility solutions at CES
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CES 2026 Samsung seeks to connect 400 mil. devices annually with ‘integrated AI experience’

LAS VEGAS — Samsung Electronics aims to connect 400 million devices annually, including smartphones, TVs and home appliances, its CEO said Monday (local time), as the company pushes to become an “artificial intelligence (AI) daily companion” that transforms everyday life and delivers differentiated value to consumers. Ahead of CES 2026, the world’s largest electronics trade show, Roh Tae-moon, CEO and head of Samsung’s Device Experience Division, held a press conference to outline the division’s medium- to long-term business strategy and AI vision. Roh emphasized that Samsung’s goal is to deliver a seamless and enhanced experience by integrating AI across all its devices and services. “Through AI, Samsung’s products and services will provide innovative experiences that truly enhance daily life,” he said. Samsung plans to integrate AI across its entire lineup of products and services this year. All Galaxy smartphones, premium 4K TVs and Wi-Fi-enabled home appliances will feature AI capabilities, with a target of 400 million AI-enabled units in 2026. Mobile devices will

Jan 6, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] Samsung seeks to connect 400 mil. devices annually with ‘integrated AI experience’
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CES 2026 Samsung Display showcases next-generation AI, OLED concepts

LAS VEGAS — Samsung Display unveiled concept products for next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) devices featuring OLED technology at a media event Monday (local time) ahead of CES 2026. The exhibition highlighted the synergy between AI and OLED, offering a glimpse into near-future lifestyles. Under the theme “A New Era of Experience, Powered by AI & Display,” the company is hosting a private exhibition for global customers during the world’s largest technology trade show, which runs Tuesday through Friday, local time. The AI OLED Pendant envisions a future AI device that could one day replace smartphones. Built around a 1.4-inch round OLED display, the necklace-style concept emphasizes portability and voice control, allowing users to intuitively operate the device and check information at a glance, expanding the role of AI agents. “Compared with LCD, OLED is thinner and lighter, making it an optimal display solution for securing battery space in compact AI devices,” a Samsung Display official said. Also drawing attention was the AI OLED Remote, a concept remote equipped

Jan 6, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] Samsung Display showcases next-generation AI, OLED concepts
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CES 2026 Samsung unveils Galaxy Book 6 Series with advanced AI features, longer battery life

LAS VEGAS — Samsung Electronics on Monday (local time) unveiled the Galaxy Book 6 series, which it describes as its most advanced Galaxy Book lineup to date, featuring enhanced performance powered by the latest Intel processors and significantly improved battery life. According to the Korean tech giant, the new lineup consists of three models — the Galaxy Book 6 Ultra, Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Galaxy Book 6 — offered in two display sizes:14 inches and 16 inches. Lee Min-cheol, vice president of the Samsung Mobile Experience Division's Galaxy Eco Business Team, expressed strong confidence at a briefing on Sunday, saying the company’s latest product “will deliver top-tier performance unlike anything seen before.” The Galaxy Book 6 series is powered by Intel’s latest Core Ultra Series 3 processors, built on the company’s advanced Intel 18A process. These chips deliver improved power efficiency and processing performance, while ensuring more stable and consistent operation through enhanced thermal control. In addition, the Galaxy Book 6 Ultra is equipped with NVIDIA’s latest G

Jan 6, 2026By Kang Seung-woo
[CES 2026] Samsung unveils Galaxy Book 6 Series with advanced AI features, longer battery life
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