Politics

The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of South Korea has announced that the National Assembly has passed the amendment to the Promotion of Cartoons Act. This amendment addresses the use of standard contracts and reflects the changing environment of the webtoon industry. The long-awaited amendment to the Promotion of Cartoons Act revises the definition of the webtoon, which now includes various types of web-based comics, and creates a new definition for traditional comics. This change cla

As the manufacturing industry in Korea continues to decline, a number of old industrial complexes have been left outdated and polluting, impacting the growth and development of their respective cities. Busan is among these cities, with many of its old industrial complexes in a state of disrepair and having a negative impact on the city's aesthetics. However, by leveraging creative strategies and taking cues from successful revitalization projects in other cities worldwide, Busan can transform th

Conversational AI, including large language models (LLMs), has become one of the most talked-about technologies in recent years, with far-reaching implications for science and society. Among the most notable LLMs is ChatGPT, an AI-powered chatbot that can convincingly converse with users on a wide range of topics in multiple languages. The Rise of ChatGPT and Other Large Language Models ChatGPT is just one of the latest LLMs released by OpenAI and other firms. It is free, easy to use, and con

Despite Growing Concern, Governments Fail to Act on Development of Autonomous Weapons In a recent opinion piece published in Nature, leading AI experts have called for a ban on lethal autonomous weapons, also known as "killer robots". The article highlights the lack of progress in negotiations around the development and deployment of these weapons, despite growing concern from human-rights and arms-control organizations, as well as the public. The Call for a Ban The Campaign to Stop Killer R

Free speech and the press have long been suppressed in South Korea by the government, particularly under the country's National Security Law. However, in recent years, the role of the country's Public Prosecutor's Office in limiting free speech has become a growing concern. The Public Prosecutor's Office has been accused of using its power to target journalists, activists, and ordinary citizens who speak out against the government or powerful corporations. One tactic used by the Public Prosecuto

As South Korea faces its own political and economic challenges, there are several key lessons that can be learned from the tumultuous and challenging process of Brexit. The first lesson is that the decision to leave the EU was driven by a desire for independence, but in reality, it has resulted in self-isolation, which has not been good for the British economy. South Korea, as a small country with an open economy, should avoid self-isolation and instead prioritize exchange with the wider world.

On February 15th, the Busan City and the Busan Foundation for International Cooperation had their second regular meeting of the "G-Busan Roundtable" at the Busan Development Institute. The roundtable is a consultative body that acts as a communication channel and advisory role for major internationalization organizations in Busan. In the meeting, they discussed how to win the 2030 World Expo bid and coordinate efforts to pass the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) inspection in April. Th

I. Introduction to Bias in Algorithms Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become an integral part of our lives, as algorithms are used to automate a wide range of tasks and support decision-making in various domains. However, despite their potential benefits, these algorithms also pose significant risks to fundamental rights, particularly in terms of bias. Bias in algorithms refers to the tendency of these systems to produce outputs that result in disadvantage for specific groups, such as

The trend of young civil servants resigning from their government jobs early The issue of young civil servants resigning from their government jobs early is becoming increasingly concerning. The Public Service Pension Service reports that the number of retirees with three years of service or less has been steadily increasing each year, with a notable surge in those resigning after only one year of service. The government of South Korea is taking this phenomenon seriously, recognizing the import

Busan Metropolitan City  has stepped forward to offer its support to Türkiye, which has been devastated by an unprecedented earthquake. Busan has donated $100,000 (approximately 126 million won) in relief aid to Turkey in an effort to help the country recover from the damage caused by the disaster. This act of generosity is seen as a symbol of Busan's gratitude towards Türkiye for its deployment during the Korean War. According to the city of Busan, Mayor Park Hyung-jun ordered the relief aid t

South Korea has a well-established reputation for world-class healthcare infrastructure. Despite this, the country is facing a critical shortage of specialized doctors, particularly in essential areas such as higher-risk surgeries, pediatrics, and general medicine. This is a problem that needs to be addressed quickly and efficiently, as the shortage is only expected to worsen in the coming years. The government has been exploring various proposals to solve this pressing issue, including a recen

Inequality is a persistent problem in many societies, with some individuals and groups enjoying greater resources, opportunities, and privileges than others. However, despite the numerous negative effects of inequality, such as reduced well-being and increased conflict, many people still prefer to live in unequal societies. A recent study published in the British Journal of Psychology sought to explore why people prefer to live in unequal societies. The study found that individuals have a psych