AI & Enterprise

NEXT project launched to secure world-leading tech by 2030 and world-first by 2040

South Korea will reorganise its national strategic technology framework into 55 technologies across 10 areas to respond to an AI transition and economic security competition. The government aims to secure world-leading technology by 2030 and take the lead in world-first technology by 2040. The Ministry of Science and ICT and the Office of Planning and Budget held a launch event for the NEXT project, which will link key R&D programmes with industrial and investment policies and build a NEXT Alliance in the second half of the year.

Telecommunications & Media

Apple Watch Ultra 4 full redesign nears

Apple Watch Ultra 4 is expected to introduce four key changes, led by major sensor upgrades and a bold design shift. A report cited by 9to5Mac, referencing Taiwan supply-chain outlet DigiTimes, said Apple plans to roll out more than 15 new product lines this fall. The Ultra 4 is forecast to double the number of built-in sensor parts, revamp industrial design, add a new hypertension-related function and significantly boost power efficiency.