Seo Dong-wook · Articles

2026.10.27

Seoul middle-aged job fair connects job seekers with technical training

The Seoul Middle-Aged Job Fair 2026, hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul 50 Plus Foundation, aims to re-employ middle-aged job seekers by connecting their skilled experience with private sector industries.

2026.10.27

2026 Korea ESG Eco Expo showcases decarbonization technologies from recycled materials to carbon accounting

The 2026 Korea ESG Eco Expo, held at COEX in Seoul, showcased a wide range of green technologies and solutions aimed at driving the green transformation (K-GX). The event featured everything from resource circulation and recycled materials to AI-driven carbon accounting and low-carbon manufacturing processes.

2026.10.27

Reha·Homecare 2026 struggles to bridge gap between technology and market

The Reha·Homecare 2026 exhibition aimed to provide a technical foundation for community-based care, but the event was characterized by a lack of mid-to-large enterprises and a focus on information promotion rather than business commercialization.

2026.10.26

Stationery brands showcase tactile experiences at SISOFAIR 2026 in Seoul

The 37th SISOFAIR 2026 exhibition in Seoul highlighted the enduring appeal of analog writing tools and established brands despite the rise of paperless office environments.

2026.10.21

Startups target niche markets at SEDEX 2026 in Seoul

The 28th SEDEX 2026, South Korea's largest specialized semiconductor exhibition, was held at COEX in Seoul, featuring everything from AI memory supply chains to regional industrial cluster plans.

2026.10.20

KES 2026 showcases AI integration across smart homes, factories, and mobility

The 57th Korea Electronics Show (KES 2026) was held at COEX in Seoul, focusing on the practical application of artificial intelligence across various industrial sectors.

2026.10.20

NPU advancements showcased at Physical AI Tech Week in Seoul

The Physical AI Tech Week, held at COEX in Seoul, showcased advanced NPU hardware and robotic solutions designed to drive digital transformation in manufacturing, logistics, and service industries.

2026.10.20

G-SUMMIT 2026 connects Gyeonggi startups with 160 global venture capitalists

The G-SUMMIT 2026 was held at the Suwon Convention Center to connect Gyeonggi Province's advanced technology clusters, including Pangyo, with global markets and investors.

2026.10.12

[Field Report] The Next Start: KT&G Sangsang Startup Camp 10th Demo Day Presents Possibility of Independence through Sustainable Business Models

The 10th cohort of the KT&G Sangsang Startup Camp held its "The Next Start" Demo Day at KT&G Sangsang Planet, showcasing 10 social ventures focused on sustainable business models. The event emphasized transitioning from mere ideas to market-ready products with proven revenue structures.

2026.10.12

[Field Report] AI Festa 26: Highlighting AI Technology Expanding into Industrial Sites

AI Festa 26 was held at COEX in Samseong-dong, Seoul, from the 6th to the 8th, showcasing the commercialization of AI technology and its integration with industrial infrastructure. The event featured specialized pavilions for security, quantum, and semiconductors, alongside startups demonstrating practical AI solutions for various sectors.

2026.10.12

[Field Report] SLW 2026: Moving Beyond an Administrative Exhibition to a Venue for Technology Demonstration

The global ICT exhibition 'SLW 2026' was held at COEX in Seoul from the 6th to the 8th. While the event showcased Seoul's smart city policies and AI-driven public services, it faced criticism for focusing more on administrative achievements than on individual corporate technology competitiveness, though the '2026 Seoul AI Robot Show' provided a meaningful look at practical robotic technologies.

2026.09.29

[Field Report] 3rd Korea Social Value Festa: Large Corporations Combine Social Contribution with Business Capabilities... Woowa Brothers utilizes delivery networks, KT&G supports startups

The 3rd Korea Social Value Festa was held at COEX in Gangnam District, Seoul, where over 400 organizations gathered to seek solutions for social issues like climate change and regional extinction. Large corporations showcased new ways of social contribution by integrating their core business infrastructures and capabilities into solving social problems.

2026.09.28

[Field Report] KOREA LIFE SCIENCE WEEK 2026: Checking Commercialization Strategies Amidst Displays of Automation Equipment and Public Infrastructure

KOREA LIFE SCIENCE WEEK 2026 was held at COEX in Samseong-dong, Seoul, showcasing bio-industry solutions ranging from drug discovery to manufacturing. While the event highlighted advanced automation and startup technologies, it also revealed the gap between research achievements and actual market entry requirements such as regulatory approval and mass production.

2026.09.28

[Field Report] BATTERY KOREA 2026: Diagnosing Manufacturing Process Innovation and Circular Economy Value Chains to Overcome the Chasm

BATTERY KOREA 2026 was held at COEX in Samseong-dong, Seoul, focusing on solutions for the entire battery value chain, including next-generation R&D, manufacturing process advancement, and recycling technologies. The event aimed to facilitate technical exchange and procurement consultations between demand and supply companies amidst the electric vehicle market chasm and global supply chain regulations.

2026.09.22

[Field Report] EdTech Korea Fair 2026: AI Becomes the Standard in EdTech... Competitiveness Depends on Differentiation and Verification

The EdTech Korea Fair 2026 was held at COEX in Seoul, showcasing how AI-driven solutions are becoming fundamental in education. While AI technologies like LLM and OCR are widely presented, the industry faces challenges in providing distinct differentiation and proven practical utility for classroom environments.

2026.09.22

[Field Report] KOEFA 2026: A Void in 'Selection' Amid the Spread of Mass Sourcing and AI Automation

The KOEFA 2026 exhibition was held at SETEC in Seoul, showcasing solutions for e-commerce efficiency and global supply chains. While AI and automation are streamlining operations, the industry faces a growing challenge in providing reliable product selection and information for consumers.

2026.09.22

[Field Report] KOEFA 2026: A Void in 'Selection' Amid the Spread of Mass Sourcing and AI Automation

The KOEFA 2026 exhibition was held at SETEC in Seoul, showcasing solutions for e-commerce efficiency and global supply chains. While AI and automation technologies are streamlining operations, the industry faces a growing challenge in providing reliable product selection and information for consumers.

2026.09.17

[Field Report] 2026 Laplace × ETRI Deep Tech Investment Forum: 16 VCs and Asset Managers Participate, Focusing on Commercialization Verification

The '2026 Laplace × ETRI Deep Tech Investment Forum' was held at the MARU180 Event Hall to connect core technologies from public research institutes with private VC investment networks. The forum focused on verifying the commercialization potential of deep tech companies through discussions on cost competitiveness, power efficiency, and mass production schedules.

2026.09.17

[Field Report] 2026 Laplace × ETRI Deep Tech Investment Forum: 16 VCs and Asset Managers Participate, Focusing on Commercialization Verification

The '2026 Laplace × ETRI Deep Tech Investment Forum' was held at the MARU180 Event Hall to connect core technologies from public research institutes with private VC investment networks. The forum focused on verifying the commercialization potential of deep tech companies through discussions on cost competitiveness, power efficiency, and mass production schedules.