Yoon Yo-tam

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Exhibition Prime Time – Web 2.0 Korea Electronics Show
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

KES - Makeover

The value of a buyer at an exhibition is similar to that of the export value of two mid-sized cars. The costs a buyer incurs as hotel fees, service fees and transportation fees are approximate in value to that of an export. The government of cities such as Las Vegas, Berlin and Barcelona provide free public transportation and adjust concert dates of orchestras during exhibitions in hopes of creating a close relationship with the buyers.

Digital Age Galore
Friday, June 4th, 2010

Amidst the loud noises and bustling crowds, the World IT Show 2010 had a lot to offer. From electronic shelf labels to NCCM programs to iPhone applications; it was certainly a 21st century digital age extravaganza which would remind one of the song 'Video Killed the Radio Star' by the British group The Buggles.

Back to the Future with World IT Show 2010
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

With great fanfare and applause, the World IT Show 2010 was opened on May 25, 2010 at the Coex Hall, under the theme of "Feel IT, See the Next." The 3rd World IT Show was co-hosted by the Ministry of Knowledge and Economy, the Korea Communications Commision and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. President Hwang Joong-yeon of KAIT called the event "the highlight of the newest technology, innovation and convergence landscapes," and "the unparalleled, one-stop IT event in Korea."

Former McDonald’s Corporation Vice President on Commerce, Then and Now
Monday, March 8th, 2010

Jerry Langley, Up and Beyond

From lending money, to borrowing money, to teaching the crafts of money-making, Jerry Langley has certainly moved upwards on the social ladder, or as he may call it, the learning curve. Considering the achievements of Jerry Langley, a shift along the learning curve may be an oversimplification. Based on Jerry Langley's background as the Vice President of McDonalds Corporation, Korea IT Times held an interview to share his insights on world commerce, both past and present.

Korean Government Steers ‘Right’ for 2010
Monday, January 4th, 2010

There are many ways of doing a rain check for the year 2010. One can observe the clouds to see which way the majority is tilting towards, feel the gushing winds and see what the media has to say, or one can simply see what the government has to say about the following year. With all the speculation about what has to happen in 2010, the government certainly seems firm about their plans and policies that will lead to economic development, better living standards, and overall just do a better job putting food on the table for everyone.

 

Biosimilars

Korea Buckled Product Leadership to Dare 2010
Monday, January 4th, 2010

'Made in Korea'

 

On December 14th 2009 the Ministry of Knowledge Economy announced the 'World Class Product of Korea.' This was a triumphant moment for 387 current world class products and 197 next-generation world class products of Korea for the event was the promise of active support from the government.

 

'Discount Korea'

Hot Topics in 2010's Economies
Thursday, December 24th, 2009

 

Forecasters of 2010 Economy
Agreement between the Ministry of Knowledge Economy and Public Institutions to Buy Bonds
Friday, December 18th, 2009

 On December 17 at 09:30 am, Choi Kyung-hwan, Minister of Knowledge Economy, along with 61 CEOs of public institutions, such as Choi Geuk-ryul, President of Korea Merchant Association; Hong Suk-woo, Administrator of Small and Medium Business Administration (SMBA); Kim Ssang-su, KEPCO CEO

LG Telecom Merger
Thursday, December 17th, 2009

As the merger of the three subsidiary companies of LG Telecommunications has been granted by the Korea Communications Commission (KCC), investors are showing peaked interest in the future value of the company. Experts say it would be better to exercise appraisal rights, but opinions about future values have differed.

SK Telecom Merger
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009
As the merger of the three subsidiary companies of LG Telecommunication has been granted by the Korea Communications Comission (KCC), investors are showing peaked interest in the future value of the company. Experts say it would be better to exercise appraisal rights, but opinions about future values differ.
'tech+' Forum Held for the Growth of Korean Economy
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009
Choi Kyung-hwan, the minister of knowledge economy, held the 'tech+ forum', at Sheraton Walkerhill Hotel at 10:00AM on Dec 9, 2009 with the slogan, 'Ideas Changing The World' in front of 500 audiences, selected as those known for setting worldly trends in various fields to lecture about the topic "Korea and its new growth strategy to the new economic order after the crisis".
New Investments to Start Growth Engine for 2010
Thursday, December 10th, 2009

Since the global economic crisis, countries around the globe have experienced an economic recession with high unemployment rate. However, many experts believe the recession is almost over. The government, associations and many companies are ready to make investments in new fields with high potentials.

700 billion won new growth fund investment will help the small and medium size companies.

Survival of the Smartest
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

Smartphones. The term is fairly self-explanatory. A smartphone can be characterized as a miniature computer that can make phone calls. The first smartphone was introduced in 1992 after its first launch by IBM as a phone with a variety of applications including a calendar, address book, email, and games. The modern world demanded computers to change from being portable, where a user is able to carry a device from point A to point B but is unable to use it while moving, to mobile, where a user is both able to carry and use a device from point A to point B.

Unification of Asia: Collection of Voices
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Asia takes up 40% of the world's land area, and 60% of the world's total population.