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AI & Enterprise
Three ministries\' roles take shape in fostering physical AI: MSIT on tech, MOTIE on field, MSS on diffusion
South Korea is clarifying roles by ministry to foster physical AI. The Ministry of Science and ICT is focusing on securing core AI technologies such as AI semiconductors, simulation platforms, world models and robot foundation models. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy is concentrating on creating demand, expanding parts and data infrastructure and overhauling laws. The Ministry of SMEs and Startups aims to spread proven technologies to small manufacturers through smart factory and robot automation programs.
AI & Enterprise
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.
Telecommunications & Media
IPTV industry urges easing of fee and terms rules; US Communications Commission says it agrees with direction but needs to pace changes
South Korea\'s IPTV industry urged the Korea Communications Commission to ease regulations on fees, terms and advertising. At a seminar at the National Assembly Members’ Office Building, the head of the Korea IPTV Broadcasting Association called for legislation to pass in the autumn regular session. Speakers said shrinking advertising and production show an industry downturn despite stable subscriber numbers. The commission said it agrees with deregulation and a shift to post regulation, but called for balanced safeguards.
