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Amazon and Meta join race for AI wearables now in focus

Competition in AI wearables is spreading beyond familiar formats to necklace-style pendants, rings, wrist devices and portable terminals. Products range from productivity-focused devices that record and summarise meetings and calls to AI companions that respond to users’ emotions. Recently launched or in-development devices highlight functions such as conversation logs, scheduling, personalised advice and emotional support. Pricing, privacy features and integration with smartphones are cited as key factors shaping market leadership.

Telecommunications & Media

Broadcasting media communications committee audit calls for stronger user protection and sanctions on platforms

At a parliamentary audit of South Korea’s Broadcasting Media Communications Committee, lawmakers called for stronger user protection responsibilities and tougher sanctions for platforms ranging from Coupang and Kakao to Google, Apple and X. Issues included youth protection on social media, so-called hijacking ads, in-app payment enforcement and blocking illegal and harmful content. The committee chief said investigations were completed in some cases and further reviews could lead to legal and institutional changes.

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KakaoPay to donate up to 1.5 billion won if 50 billion steps are reached to support small merchants

KakaoPay is launching a marathon campaign that raises donations to support small merchants based on users\' cumulative step counts. The company set a target of 50 billion steps this year and plans to donate up to 1.5 billion won depending on progress. The online event runs for 30 days from Oct. 20 to Nov. 18 and is free to join via KakaoPay\'s pedometer service. An offline marathon will be held on Nov. 28 in Hanam.