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Ruling party science committee holds policy talks on second-half priorities, AI budget, power and network law

Ruling party lawmakers on the National Assembly’s science, ICT, broadcasting and communications committee held closed-door policy talks on July 22 with relevant government agencies. Participants reviewed progress on existing projects for the second half, including space launch vehicles and nuclear power safety issues. Lawmakers also discussed budget constraints for large AI projects such as AI data centres and physical AI, power demand linked to AI expansion and the need to strengthen SMR research and investment.

AI & Enterprise

Science ministry and National Police Agency hold AI policing R&D showcase

South Korea\'s Ministry of Science and ICT and the National Police Agency held the third Science Policing R&D achievements exhibition on Tuesday at the police headquarters in Seoul. The event featured five themed zones focused on AI, including investigation support, field support, public safety, robotics and mobility. Exhibits included an AI Raman spectrometer to identify narcotics and systems to detect deepfakes and AI-generated news.

Telecommunications & Media

Minimal fold phone \'Light Flip\' debuts to cut social media and infinite-scroll addiction

A minimal fold phone that excludes social media and infinite-scroll apps is set to debut, targeting users who want to cut smartphone addiction and focus on calls and texts. U.S. startup Light is developing the Light Flip and aims to launch it in April 2027. The device uses a keypad-based interface and offers limited essential tools. Light will sell it bundled with cellular plans, including a $39 a month option.