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The Need for Philosophical Reflection in an Age of Extreme Opinions and AI Technology

The Need for Philosophical Reflection in an Age of Extreme Opinions and AI Technology

In contemporary society, social media and online communities have transformed the way we express our opinions and viewpoints. Unfortunately, the proliferation of extreme opinions online has resulted in a troubling decline in the quality and reliability of public discourse and has even raised concerns about its potential impact on democratic

The Urgent Need for Quality Jobs in Busan: Challenges and Solutions

The Urgent Need for Quality Jobs in Busan: Challenges and Solutions

The Korean labor market has been a hot topic of discussion recently, with its severe polarization into large firms versus small and medium-sized companies. As previously discussed, regular employees of large companies account for only 12% of the workers in Korea, leaving small and mid-sized companies struggling with chronic labor

The Pitfalls of New town Construction in Busan

The Pitfalls of New town Construction in Busan

The rapid urbanization of Korea has led to the construction of numerous new towns in recent decades. However, the development of these new towns has come at a cost, with many facing high vacancy rates and a lack of community engagement. This is particularly evident in the case of Myeongji

The Perils of Algorithmic Journalism: How Clickbait and Fake News are Undermining Korean Journalism

The Perils of Algorithmic Journalism: How Clickbait and Fake News are Undermining Korean Journalism

Why Korean Journalism Needs to Revisit Its Priorities and Address the Threats Posed by the Use of Algorithms Korean journalism is facing unprecedented challenges today, as the industry confronts the dual pressures of declining revenues and the rise of algorithmic tools that have transformed the way news is produced and

The Medical School Black Hole: A Growing Concern in Korea

The Medical School Black Hole: A Growing Concern in Korea

The "medical school black hole" phenomenon is causing concern in Korea as it is resulting in a shortage of talent in other fields. This trend refers to the increasing number of science and engineering students being drawn to medical schools. The recent college entrance exam results have shown

The Threat of SLAPP Suits: South Korea and the Need for Stronger Anti-SLAPP Legislation

The Threat of SLAPP Suits: South Korea and the Need for Stronger Anti-SLAPP Legislation

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

Busan as a Global Financial Center: its Competitiveness and Challenges

Busan as a Global Financial Center: its Competitiveness and Challenges

Asia has become an increasingly important player in the global economy, with a growing number of financial centers attracting international financial firms. For many years, Hong Kong and Singapore have been the primary financial hubs in the region, with a stable political environment, efficient regulatory systems, and a highly skilled