Seoul Metropolitan Government

Seoul Metropolitan Government hosts the largest-ever 'Seoul Pavilion' at CES 2024 with 18 innovation awards recipients

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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Seoul Metropolitan Government first participated in CES in 2020 with 20 companies and has been operating the to support investment promotion and sales of innovative companies based in Seoul.

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  • Seoul Metropolitan Government first participated in CES in 2020 with 20 companies and has been operating the to support investment promotion and sales of innovative companies based in Seoul.
  • The following COVID-19 pandemic halted face-to-face exchanges after CES 2020, but Seoul startups continued to expand their presence and fame.
  • This year, 2024, Seoul Pavilion featured a record-setting 81 exhibiting startups and 18 Innovation Award Winners.
  • Of the 81 companies participating in the Seoul Pavilion, 18 won the CES 2024 Innovation Awards.

International Peace NGO Releases Statement on the Israel-Hamas War

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Israel-Hamas war, which began with the launch of thousands of rockets on October 7th, has resulted in thousands of deaths and is causing concerns over the possibility that the war could escalate into an international conflict. Several governments and international organizations have called for an end to conflict through official statements.

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  • On October 12th, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international peace NGO headquartered in South Korea and affiliated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council and the Seoul Metropolitan Government, released a statement regarding the Israel-Hamas war.
  • This is HWPL's third official statement advocating peace, following the release of statements on the human rights crisis in Myanmar in March 2021 and on Russia-Ukraine War in February 2022.
  • On March 14, 2016, HWPL, together with international law experts from 15 countries, drafted and announced the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) for an international law for peace.
  • Through peace activities in more than 170 countries, HWPL is unveiling action plans to build a world of peace by establishing an institutional approach to peace in the international community and raising awareness regarding the importance of peace.

BTS V's "Seoul, Make It Yours" Seoul Edition 23 Launches Its Global Campaign

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Monday, September 4, 2023
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The Seoul Metropolitan Government and Seoul Tourism Organization announced the worldwide release of Seoul Edition 23: New Tradition, a Seoul tourism promotional campaign video featuring V of BTS, on September 1.

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  • The Seoul Metropolitan Government and Seoul Tourism Organization announced the worldwide release of Seoul Edition 23: New Tradition, a Seoul tourism promotional campaign video featuring V of BTS, on September 1.
  • The second installment of the campaign, Seoul Edition 23: Nature in the City, is scheduled for release on September 8.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230830590755/en/
    Seoul Tourism Organization has released Seoul Edition 23: New Tradition, a Seoul tourism promotional campaign video featuring BTS member V on VisitSeoul TV, the official YouTube channel for Seoul tourism.
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    A Seoul tourism promotional video for 2023 featuring V, BTS member and Honorary Tourism Ambassador of Seoul, was released on VisitSeoul TV ( https://www.youtube.com/VisitSeoulTV ), the official YouTube channel for Seoul tourism operated by the Seoul Tourism Organization.

ZeroPay Introduces Alipay+ at 1.7 Million Merchants in South Korea, Promoting Convenient Experience for Asian Tourists

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Friday, September 1, 2023
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Korea Easy Payment Foundation, the official operator of ZeroPay, announced the introduction of Alipay+ global cross-border digital payments and marketing solutions at over 1.7 million merchants across South Korea, in a move to further ensure a smooth and convenient experience for Asian tourists.

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  • Korea Easy Payment Foundation, the official operator of ZeroPay, announced the introduction of Alipay+ global cross-border digital payments and marketing solutions at over 1.7 million merchants across South Korea, in a move to further ensure a smooth and convenient experience for Asian tourists.
  • More Alipay+ partner e-wallets will join onboard in the coming months.
  • The tie-up between Alipay+ and ZeroPay through ICB is expected to enable Korean merchants, especially smaller ones, to offer a hassle-free payment experience for international tourists and increase their potential outreach to over 1.4 billion customers from China and Southeast Asia.
  • Introduced by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, ZeroPay is South Korea’s public QR-code based digital payment service designed to help small businesses, with a direct transaction system that enables zero-fee settlement for merchants and digital payments through e-wallets for consumers.

Seoul to hold global startup festival Try Everything 2023 in September, aims to attract 70 billion won investment

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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This year, the focus is on strengthening overseas networks to support Seoul startups in gaining momentum for their global expansion.

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  • This year, the focus is on strengthening overseas networks to support Seoul startups in gaining momentum for their global expansion.
  • In particular, considering the concern over the global economic slowdown, the Seoul Metropolitan Government is focusing more on attracting investment at Try Everything than in previous years, with a goal of 70 billion won in investment.
  • For a regular meetup, you can apply on the Try Everything website ( https://tryeverything.or.kr/eng/ ) or through Startup Plus, the city's integrated platform for entrepreneurship.
  • Companies that want to hold a 1:1 meetup with domestic and foreign investors can apply on the Try Everything website from August 1 to 25.

Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism Returns for Its 4th Edition - A Globally Acclaimed Event This Fall

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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SEOUL, KOREA, Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The city of Seoul is gearing up to open the highly anticipated 4th Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism, a globally recognized event organized by Seoul Metropolitan Government.

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  • SEOUL, KOREA, Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The city of Seoul is gearing up to open the highly anticipated 4th Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism, a globally recognized event organized by Seoul Metropolitan Government.
  • Under the overarching theme of "Land Architecture, Land Urbanism City of Mountain Ranges, Waterways, and Wind Breezes — Drawing of the Seoul's Next 100 years," this year's Seoul Biennale promises to be thought-provoking event.
  • These exhibitions will take place at the venues of Songhyeon Green Plaza, Seoul Hall of Urbanism & Architecture, and Seoul Citizens Hall (Seoul City Hall), all situated in the vibrant city of Seoul.
  • For further details and updates on the 4th Seoul Biennale of Architecture, please visit the official website at https://2023.seoulbiennale.org .

LBank Labs and Seoul Metropolitan Government Poised to Drive Blockchain Innovation at Seoul Web 3 Festival

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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Road Town, British Virgin Islands--(Newsfile Corp. - June 19, 2023) - The Seoul Web 3.0 Festival serves as a pivotal platform for industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore the revolutionary potential of Web 3.0 and how the technology can be used for public services. LBank Labs is proud to contribute to this vital conversation by being the main partner of the festival and showcasing the cutting-edge projects it supports.

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  • Leading Web3 venture fund LBank Labs is excited to announce its partnership with the prestigious Seoul Web 3.0 Festival , hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, the Seoul Design Foundation and Baobab Partners.
  • LBank Labs is proud to contribute to this vital conversation by being the main partner of the festival and showcasing the cutting-edge projects it supports.
  • LBank Labs' involvement at the Seoul Web 3.0 Festival underscores its commitment to fostering innovation and driving the adoption of blockchain technology.
  • By partnering with the Seoul Metropolitan Government, LBank Labs aims to contribute to the growth of the blockchain ecosystem in South Korea and beyond.

Cronos partners with City of Seoul to launch 'Seoul Web 3.0 Festival 2023' and develop local blockchain ecosystem and talent pool

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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Cronos Labs, the R&D and ecosystem development arm of the Cronos blockchain, joins the inaugural edition of 'Seoul Web 3.0 Festival 2023 (SWF2023)' as the main blockchain network partner.

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  • Cronos Labs, the R&D and ecosystem development arm of the Cronos blockchain, joins the inaugural edition of 'Seoul Web 3.0 Festival 2023 (SWF2023)' as the main blockchain network partner.
  • Cronos will provide extensive support to the 3-day SWF2023 hackathon, signaling its commitment to supporting the Seoul-based developer ecosystem.
  • Cronos Labs is a blockchain ecosystem and startup accelerator that focuses on decentralized finance and blockchain games, as well as the development of the Cronos blockchain's ecosystem.
  • Cronos Labs helps builders to create user-friendly applications on the Cronos chain and to drive mainstream adoption of Web3.

Cronos partners with City of Seoul to launch 'Seoul Web 3.0 Festival 2023' and develop local blockchain ecosystem and talent pool

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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Cronos Labs, the R&D and ecosystem development arm of the Cronos blockchain, joins the inaugural edition of 'Seoul Web 3.0 Festival 2023 (SWF2023)' as the main blockchain network partner.

Key Points: 
  • Cronos Labs, the R&D and ecosystem development arm of the Cronos blockchain, joins the inaugural edition of 'Seoul Web 3.0 Festival 2023 (SWF2023)' as the main blockchain network partner.
  • Cronos will provide extensive support to the 3-day SWF2023 hackathon, signaling its commitment to supporting the Seoul-based developer ecosystem.
  • Cronos Labs is a blockchain ecosystem and startup accelerator that focuses on decentralized finance and blockchain games, as well as the development of the Cronos blockchain's ecosystem.
  • Cronos Labs helps builders to create user-friendly applications on the Cronos chain and to drive mainstream adoption of Web3.

Seoul Business Agency (SBA) Presents "Tech Hub Seoul" Vision in CES 2023 "Effectively inform the global stage about Seoul's technology and innovation"

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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They presented Seoul's vision for the future and promoted its world-class innovative technology for the global market.

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  • They presented Seoul's vision for the future and promoted its world-class innovative technology for the global market.
  • Seoul Pavilion operated two exhibition halls: "Seoul Tech Pavilion," in the CES' main exhibition center, LVCC North Hall, and "K-Startup Pavilion" in Eureka Park, the exhibition venue for global startups.
  • In addition, they held numerous on-site events, such as open-tech pitches of participating companies, Smart City Seoul Forum, and global media interviews.
  • SBA held an "Vision Announcement Ceremony" to show off 'Amazing Seoul' at CES 2023 Seoul Tech Pavilion, on January 5th at 1 p.m.