AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAI Chips & Policy: IITP says Korea’s AI chip ecosystem growth is its top R&D achievement, citing advances in AI computing infrastructure, model development, and talent support. Green Industry: POSCO completed Korea’s largest electric arc furnace in Gwangyang, targeting up to 75% lower emissions versus blast furnaces. Power Grid Upgrade: Taihan Cable won a 146.3bn won contract for 500-kilovolt HVDC Donghaean–Dong Seoul transmission, pushing advanced long-distance electricity delivery. University Tech Hubs: Korea unveiled a plan to pick three flagship national universities for heavier support, linking regional growth engines with AI and industry. AI Safety & Global Ties: Anthropic opened a Seoul office to expand collaboration with Korea’s AI ecosystem, emphasizing safety and alignment with Korea’s AI Framework Act. Cybersecurity: ESET reports China-aligned cyberespionage activity that includes targeting an AI and robotics company in South Korea. Energy & Industry Deals: Hanwha Ocean signed an MOU with Kanata Clean Power on a proposed US$15.7bn floating LNG project for Prince Rupert. Clinical Research: MIRA Pharmaceuticals submitted an FDA Phase 2a protocol for oral Ketamir-2 to treat chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Housing: Daewoo E&C starts sales for Jangwi Prugio Mark One, with 1,032 units for general sale in Seoul’s Seongbuk redevelopment.
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