On the 16th, Kakao unveiled a new update for its AI app service, Kanana, highlighting expanded personalized experiences and enhanced community usability as key priorities. Kanana is a service that allows users to experience AI in a familiar way in their daily lives through conversations with the group AI mate, Kanana, and the personal AI mate, Nana. Reflecting user feedback, Kakao revamped the app structure in October and introduced specialized AI mates for each topic. Since then, it has expanded its multimodal AI capabilities and […]
The Framework Act on the Development of Artificial Intelligence and the Establishment of a Trust Foundation, also known as the Framework Act on AI, will take effect on January 22nd of next year. South Korea is the second country to enact AI-related legislation, following the European Union, but will be the first in the world to implement it. The EU plans to implement a significant portion of its high-risk AI regulations starting in August of next year, giving South Korea a head start in implementing the system. Among the key issues in the Framework Act on AI […]
Shopify, the global commerce platform, today officially announced its 2026 Winter regular update, "Renaissance Edition," featuring over 100 new products and features that will revolutionize the future of commerce. This edition focuses on AI-powered efficiency gains, accelerated penetration of enterprise and B2B markets, and global omnichannel integration, embodying its ambition to help merchants usher in a new era of growth. AI assistant "Sidekick" […]
A new feature released by Adobe on December 10th allows users to use Photoshop directly within ChatGPT. Simply describe your desired content with text, and Photoshop will automatically refine your images, eliminating the need for complex editing skills. Combining world-class image editing tools with an interactive interface creates an environment where creativity is easily accessible to everyone. Adobe also offers free access to Adobe Express and Adobe Acrobat within ChatGPT.
Samsung Electronics will launch the beta program for One UI 8.5, its next-generation mobile operating environment, starting on the 8th. This version builds on the existing One UI 8 with significantly enhanced AI features and device-to-device connectivity. The beta program will be launched sequentially for Galaxy S25 series users in six countries: Korea, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Poland, and India. Users interested in participating can […]
Google is significantly enhancing the user-created video experience by introducing five new video editing features to the Google Photos app. The new features range from automating highlight reel creation to adding music and text overlays, and are rolling out gradually to Android and iOS. The most notable change is the template-based highlight reel feature. Users simply select a highlight reel from the Create tab and select photos and videos. Google Photos […]
Netflix's $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery's studios and streaming division is shaking up the global entertainment landscape. This deal marks a turning point for Warner Bros., as it has suffered repeated setbacks following acquisitions by AOL and AT&T. Warner Bros. has repeatedly been put on the market because new owners failed to fully leverage its existing assets. This has led to WBD's debt and a struggling cable TV business, and this year […]
Google has significantly enhanced Chrome's autofill feature to coincide with the holiday shopping and travel season. The key goal is to reduce repetitive input fatigue and help users enter necessary information more quickly. This update is available on desktop, Android, and iOS. Ali Saraf, a Google Chrome product manager, said repetitive form filling can be a significant burden for many people, and he believes the new autofill feature will give them back their time.
Spotify unveiled Wrapped 2025, its year-end data review service, and unveiled a new social feature, Party. This year's Wrapped is characterized by a focus on how users connect with each other, going beyond the experience of checking individual stats. Spotify describes this update as its biggest yet and introduces several new features. The most notable feature is a real-time social game party for up to ten people. Users can access all of Wrapped on the mobile app […]
Apple announced the 2025 App Store Awards winners, highlighting the year's best apps and games. The 17 titles, selected for their technical originality and cultural impact, offer new experiences across daily life, creativity, and entertainment. The iPhone App of the Year was Timo, a visual planner. This visual tool organizes your to-do list into a timeline, using AI to predict the time needed for each task, creating a realistic and predictable schedule.
Samsung Financial Networks has launched a completely revamped version of its integrated financial platform, Monimo, called New Monimo. Monimo, an app that integrates key services from affiliates, including Samsung Life Insurance, Fire & Marine Insurance, Card, and Securities, quickly surpassed 10 million users and established itself as a leading example of a financial platform. The revamp focuses on enhancing the personalized experience, allowing users to customize their home screen to suit their lifestyle and interests. Users […]
YouTube has launched Recap, a personalized year-end summary service based on users' music and video viewing history, globally. Previously available only on YouTube Music, Recap has expanded to cover the entire main YouTube viewing history, allowing anyone to visually review their year-end activities. The service was first launched in North America and will be rolled out to users globally this week. Recap consists of up to 12 cards. Users […]
