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March 23
- Increasing Number of Zombie Companies in the Industry
➀ The number of zombie companies, defined as those whose capital has been completely eroded, has significantly increased, with 4464 companies in this state as of 2024. This represents a rise of 116 companies compared to 2023, the highest number in the past six years.
➁ The real estate and leasing sector has the highest probability of business failure at 24.1%, followed by the construction sector, which saw its failure rate double from 3.3% in 2019 to 6.1% in 2023. High物 prices and high interest rates have been major contributors to this trend.
➂ Economic instability and financial market risks increase with the rise in zombie companies. There is a need for measures such as easing funding costs and providing liquidity support, as well as revisiting corporate law amendments to reduce the risk of business failures and facilitate restructuring.
- Samsung Display to Increase Monitor QD-OLED Shipments by 50% This Year
➀ Samsung Display plans to ship over 2 million QD-OLED monitors this year, a 50% increase from last year's 1.43 million units, to meet high consumer demand.
➁ QD-OLED, developed for the first time globally by Samsung Display, uses blue OLED as a light source and expresses colors through quantum dots.
➂ The company aims to strengthen its technological and market leadership by launching high-performance new products, including a 27-inch UHD monitor with the highest pixel density and a 27-inch QHD product with the highest refresh rate of 500Hz.
- Geumyang Dream Factory2 Faces Delisting Due to Audit Opinion Refusal
➀ Geumyang, a secondary battery company, is facing delisting after receiving an audit opinion refusal in the 2024 fiscal year audit report.
➁ The Korea Exchange announced that the refusal of opinion by the auditor, Hanul Accounting Corporation, was due to significant uncertainties about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
➂ Geumyang incurred an operating loss of 42.9 billion KRW and a net loss of 132.9 billion KRW last year. If no objection is filed, the delisting process will proceed.
- HMM Donates to Navy's Cheonghae Unit
➀ HMM donates funds to the Navy's Cheonghae Unit during a farewell ceremony.
➁ The Cheonghae Unit protects merchant vessels threatened by pirates from Yemen and Somalia.
➂ HMM, the only Korean shipping company with regular routes to Europe, has been supporting social contribution activities like international relief goods transport and nylon production from recycled ship waste.
- HD Hyundai Electric Participates in Distributech 2025 for the First Time
➀ HD Hyundai Electric is set to participate in Distributech 2025, the largest distribution equipment expo in North America, for the first time.
➁ The company will showcase various products including distribution transformers, eco-friendly distribution panels, and medium-low voltage circuit breakers.
➂ HD Hyundai Electric plans to unveil a distribution transformer with overvoltage protection technology, designed for environments requiring stable power supply such as data centers and semiconductor factories.
- LG Electronics Expands Customer Touchpoints with US College Students through 'Life's Good' Event
➀ LG Electronics hosted 'LG College Day' at its North American headquarters for over 50 students from Princeton University, aiming to expand touchpoints with future customers and talents.
➁ The event featured introductions to LG's wireless and transparent OLED TVs, portable wireless screens, and discussions on LG's brand slogan 'Life's Good' and its efforts towards a better future.
➂ The company expects such events to increase interest in LG's brand among US college students studying Korean, leading to more future customer engagement and talent acquisition opportunities.
- SK Sugar Gliders Achieve 17 Consecutive Wins, Secure Second Consecutive Regular League Title
➀ SK Sugar Gliders achieved 17 consecutive wins in the 2024-2025 Handball H League, securing their second consecutive regular league title.
➁ The team won against Gwangju Metropolitan Corporation with a score of 31-24, achieving 34 points and clinching the title early.
➂ Key factors in their victory include diversified scoring routes, balanced offense and defense, and strong teamwork led by captain Yu So-jung and other star players.
March 22
- Korea University of Engineering secures 2025 CoreLab project to boost advanced research
➀ Korea University of Engineering has successfully held a contract signing ceremony for the '2025 CoreLab (TRL) project' aimed at supporting advanced research in next-gen semiconductors, bio-convergence materials, and autonomous manufacturing.
➁ The event saw the participation of professors such as An Seung-eon (semiconductors), Kim Yong-tae (bio-convergence), and Kim Hyo-young (autonomous manufacturing), who discussed the vision and execution strategies for their respective fields.
➂ The TRL project aims to enhance technological maturity and promote long-term research capabilities, with the goal of improving practicality and completion of technologies.
March 21
- Lee Jae-myung and Lee Jae-yong Listen to Youth Stories
➀ Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, and Lee Jae-yong, chairman of Samsung Electronics, attended a town hall meeting at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, on the morning of March 20th, to listen to the employment-related stories and concerns of young people.
➁ The event aimed to support youth employment and provided a platform for young individuals to share their experiences and challenges.
➂ The meeting was part of efforts to address the difficulties faced by young job seekers and to find ways to improve employment opportunities.
- Lee Jae-myung and Lee Jae-yong Hold Discussion with Students at SSAFY Seoul Campus
➀ Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, and Lee Jae-yong, Chairman of Samsung Electronics, held a discussion with students at the SSAFY Seoul Campus in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on March 20.
➁ The event took place at the Multicampus SSAFY Seoul Campus in Gangnam-gu.
➂ The interaction included conversations with students and was attended by journalist Lee Dong-geun from Etnews.com.
- Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and Democratic Party Leader Lee Jae-myung attend memorial photo session with SSAFY students
➀ Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and Democratic Party Leader Lee Jae-myung attended a memorial photo session with students at the SSAFY (Samsung Software Academy for Youth) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 20th.
➁ The event was held at the Samsung Youth Software Academy.
➂ The photo session included SSAFY trainees and key figures such as Lee Jae-yong and Lee Jae-myung.
- Lee Jae-myung and Lee Jae-yong Applaud at Youth Employment Support Event
➀ Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, and Lee Jae-yong, Chairman of Samsung Electronics, attended a town hall meeting at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 20th to support youth employment.
➁ The event focused on measures to assist young people in finding employment opportunities.
➂ The leaders showed their encouragement by applauding the initiatives taken to support the youth.
- Lee Jae-myung Engages with Youth at Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY)
➀ Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, attended a town hall meeting at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the morning of March 20th to discuss youth employment support.
➁ The event focused on addressing the challenges faced by young people in the job market and explored potential solutions.
➂ The meeting included dialogues between Lee Jae-myung and the youth, emphasizing the importance of software education and training programs.
- Democratic Party Youth Employment Support Town Hall Meeting
➀ Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, and Lee Jae-yong, Chairman of Samsung Electronics, attended a town hall meeting to support youth employment at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on March 20, 2025.
➁ The event aimed to encourage and support young students in their career endeavors.
➂ A commemorative photo session was held after the leaders encouraged the students.
- Lee Jae-yong and Lee Jae-myung Join 'Vollhart' with Students
➀ Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung took part in a commemorative photo session with students at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 20th.
➁ The event saw the participation of educational trainees alongside the two prominent figures.
➂ The activity took place in Seoul, highlighting the collaboration between business and political leaders in educational initiatives.
- Jae Yong Lee and Jae Myung Lee with SSAFY Students
➀ Jae Yong Lee, Chairman of Samsung Electronics, and Jae Myung Lee, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, took a commemorative photo with students at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 20th.
➁ The event was attended by students and staff of SSAFY.
➂ The academy focuses on training young talent in software development.
- Lee Jae-myung and Lee Jae-yong Cheer on Young People
➀ Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, and Lee Jae-yong, chairman of Samsung Electronics, encouraged students at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) during a youth employment support town hall meeting in Seoul's Gangnam district.
➁ The event aimed to boost the morale of the students and provide support for their future employment.
➂ A commemorative photo session was held after the encouragement speech.
- Lee Jae-myung and Lee Jae-yong Smiling at Youth Roundtable
➀ Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, and Lee Jae-yong, chairman of Samsung Electronics, attended a youth roundtable at the Samsung Software Academy for Youth (SSAFY) in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 20th, engaging in conversations with young people and smiling brightly.
➁ The event was focused on supporting youth employment.
➂ The interactions were captured in photos and videos by journalist Lee Dong-geun from ET News.
March 20
- Dell Technologies Updates 'Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA' Portfolio
➀ Dell Technologies has upgraded its 'Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA' portfolio, focusing on strengthening AI infrastructure and software with new products featuring NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra.
➁ The Dell Pro Max with GB10 offers up to 1 petaflop of AI computing performance and 128GB of integrated memory, while the top-tier Dell Pro Max with GB300 provides up to 20 petaflops of AI computing performance and 784GB of integrated memory.
➂ The PowerEdge XE8712 server, optimized for enterprise AI acceleration, can house up to 144 NVIDIA B200 GPUs and is scalable for AI model training and high-performance computing (HPC) simulations.
- Vice Chairman Han Jong-hee Delivers Address at Samsung Electronics AGM
➀ Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman Han Jong-hee delivered a speech at the 56th regular shareholders' meeting held at the Suwon Convention Center in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province on the 19th.
➁ The meeting took place on March 19th, 2025, and was covered by journalist Park Ji-ho from ET News.
➂ Han's address comes at a time when Samsung continues to be a major player in the global semiconductor and electronics market.
- Samsung Electronics Micro LED TV Showcased at 56th Annual Shareholders Meeting
➀ Samsung Electronics held its 56th annual shareholders meeting on March 19th at the Suwon Convention Center in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province.
➁ The event featured exhibits such as Samsung Electronics AI Home, Ballie, next-generation displays, Galaxy AI, medical devices, Harman automotive and audio technologies.
➂ Attendees were able to view Samsung's Micro LED TV during the event.
- Samsung Electronics' 56th Annual Shareholders' Meeting Displays AI and Robotics Innovations
➀ Samsung Electronics held its 56th annual shareholders' meeting on March 19th at the Suwon Convention Center in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do.
➁ The event showcased various innovations including Samsung Electronics AI Home, Ballie, next-generation displays, Galaxy AI, medical devices, Harman automotive systems, and audio technologies.
➂ Chairman Shin Jae-yun and external directors were seen observing the Rainbow Robotics robot.
- Samsung Electronics Showcases AI and Future Technologies at 56th Annual Shareholders' Meeting
➀ Samsung Electronics held its 56th annual shareholders' meeting on March 19th at the Suwon Convention Center in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do.
➁ The event featured exhibitions on Samsung's AI Home, Ballie, next-generation displays, Galaxy AI, healthcare devices, Harman audio and video systems.
➂ Chairman Lee Jae-yong and external directors were present to review the Harman audio and video technologies.
- The 56th Samsung Electronics Annual Shareholders' Meeting
➀ The 56th Samsung Electronics Annual Shareholders' Meeting was held on March 19th, 2025, at the Suwon Convention Center in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province.
➁ Shareholders were seen undergoing verification procedures to enter the meeting venue.
➂ The event took place with significant shareholder participation.
- Samsung Electronics Holds 56th Annual Shareholders' Meeting
➀ Samsung Electronics held its 56th annual shareholders' meeting on March 19th at the Suwon Convention Center in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do.
➁ The event featured exhibits showcasing Samsung's AI Home, Ballie, next-generation displays, Galaxy AI, medical devices, Harman automotive, and audio technologies to enhance shareholder experience.
➂ Samsung Electronics' Chairman of the Board Shin Jae-yun and external directors were briefed on the medical devices.
- Samsung Electronics Holds the 56th Annual Shareholders' Meeting
➀ Samsung Electronics held its 56th annual shareholders' meeting on the morning of the 19th in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province.
➁ Vice Chairman Han Jong-hee delivered a greeting speech at the event.
➂ The meeting took place at the Suwon Convention Center.
- The 56th Samsung Electronics Annual Shareholders' Meeting
➀ The 56th Samsung Electronics Annual Shareholders' Meeting was held on March 19th at the Suwon Convention Center in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province.
➁ Shareholders were seen undergoing verification procedures to enter the meeting venue.
➂ The event included discussions on company matters and future strategies.
March 19
- KT, Microsoft, and Clovine Collaborate for Development and Global Expansion of IT Solutions
➀ KT, Microsoft, and Clovine have formed a partnership to collaboratively develop and globally expand IT solutions.
➁ The collaboration focuses on the efficient operation and development of Clovine's project portfolio management solutions using Microsoft Azure.
➂ The partnership aims to create a new success model for global IT governance, with plans to integrate Microsoft Teams and MS 365 with Clovine's solutions by 2026.
- Suplus Global and EQ Global to Participate in 'SEMICON China 2025'... Showcasing Semiconductor Equipment & Parts Solutions
➀ Suplus Global, a legacy semiconductor equipment company, and EQ Global will participate in 'SEMICON CHINA 2025' from the 26th to 28th in Shanghai, introducing customized solutions for semiconductor equipment and supply chain.
➁ The companies plan to address the demand for equipment and parts in the Chinese market, focusing on cost-efficiency, sustainability, and rapid equipment supply in the legacy semiconductor ecosystem.
➂ The launch of the 'SemiMarket' platform, with participation from over 100 legacy equipment and parts companies, is expected to provide various solutions to the inefficient and fragmented legacy parts market, with more than 500 companies expected to join by the end of the year.
- LG Electronics Selected as a Leading Innovative Company in the Automotive Sector by Fast Company
➀ LG Electronics has been recognized as one of the 'Most Innovative Companies of 2025' in the automotive sector by Fast Company, highlighting its differentiated technological capabilities in future mobility solutions.
➁ The company's VS Division is focusing on SDV (Software-Defined Vehicle) technologies, offering a range of solutions including in-vehicle infotainment (IVI), digital cockpit, telematics, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
➂ LG Electronics' automotive webOS content platform (ACP) has been applied to commercial electric vehicles, turning cars into 'wheeled living spaces', while the company continues to develop SDV technologies to enhance global mobility market competitiveness.