Smart roads to the rescue: New AI-based system aims to prevent roadkill

The South Korean government is pioneering efforts to reduce roadkill with the deployment of advanced artificial intelligence technology. On Wednesday, the Ministry of Environment launched a pilot program for its Animal Road Accident (Roadkill) Prevention System, designed to detect wildlife on roadways using image recognition AI. The system is currently being tested on two provincial roads: one in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province, and the other in Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province. This innovative syste

April 10, 2025

Korea aims to enhance maritime leadership at 2028 UN Ocean Conference

Oceans Minister Kang plans to propose ‘Ocean Digital’ to address ocean challenges through use of digital technologies during April Our Ocean Conference As a nation bordered by the sea on three sides, South Korea is emerging as a major maritime powerhouse on the global stage. With a robust shipping industry, state-of-the-art ports like Busan and Incheon boasting impressive cargo capacities, and a leading position in shipbuilding, South Korea is well-positioned to influence maritime policies world

Feb. 23, 2025