ETNEWS 2024-11-06
[Original Article] https://www.etnews.com/20241106000282
Under the theme "Era of AX Transformation, Opening New Breakthroughs," the "2024 ICT Research and Development (R&D) Week," which opened on the 6th in Yangjae-dong, Seoul, attracted much attention with its showcase of outstanding development achievements.
Supported by the Institute for Information & Communications Technology Planning & Evaluation (IITP), ten exceptional technologies will be on display until the 8th. The technologies introduced this week span various fields, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), AI semiconductors, quantum technology, communications, software (SW) and autonomous driving, and next-generation security.
Oh Hyun-ok, CEO of ZKRYPTO, who participated in the exhibition of outstanding achievements, is presenting the technology.
The highlights include the following: △ Renegade, an inference AI semiconductor equipped with HBM3 (FuriosaAI) △ Koala, an interactive visual language model (ETRI) △ Explainable AI inference technology for generating high-quality medical knowledge (Kyung Hee University) △ Quantum gravity sensor (KRISS) △ Wearable wireless communication system (Hanyang University) △ V2X modem solution for Level 4 and above autonomous driving (Ettifos) △ Multimodal AI-based digital healthcare system (Emma Healthcare) △ Blockchain-based voting system (ZKRYPTO) △ AI-based adaptive production planning service platform (MICUBE SOLUTION) △ AI-powered automated attack and defense framework (KSIGN).
Among the institutions and companies participating in the exhibition, privacy-focused company ZKRYPTO presented a solution that reinforces “secret voting” through advanced technology.
ZKRYPTO observed that, contrary to the common perception that blockchain provides high security, using public blockchain for voting could make it challenging to guarantee voter secrecy. To address this, the company implemented a Zero-Knowledge (ZK) voting solution, which leverages Zero-Knowledge Proof technology to verify identities without exposing sensitive information.
Oh Hyun-ok, CEO of ZKRYPTO, stated, “We have proven our capabilities by winning the CES Innovation Award, the world’s largest electronics and IT exhibition, both last year and this year. We plan to expand the application of our technology to digital asset management, financial transactions, and more.”
Additionally, impressive achievements were showcased in the quantum field, recognized as a key area of technology.
Kwon Taek-yong, Head of the Atomic Quantum Sensing Group at KRISS
The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) showcased its "quantum inertial" sensor technology, surpassing the limits of conventional inertial systems. Utilizing quantum phenomena, this technology enables more sensitive measurements of gravitational acceleration, with a wide range of potential applications. It can contribute to advancements in natural sciences, such as ultra-fine constant measurements, as well as to national infrastructure, including applications in national gravity standards.
This technology also holds potential for foundational space research, enhancing building stability, and developing new navigation systems that do not rely on the Global Positioning System (GPS).
Kwon Taek-yong, Head of the Atomic Quantum Sensing Group at KRISS, stated, “We have achieved world-class performance in accuracy, sensitivity, and precision. This technology is applicable in various fields, including industry.”
Ettifos presented communication technology for advanced autonomous driving services, achieving a 5G-NR-V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication modem—a rare development even on a global scale and a first in South Korea.
Oh Jung-chan, Head of Strategic Business Development at Ettifos, is explaining the technological excellence.
This technology enables real-time transmission of large data volumes, such as LiDAR data, allowing unprecedented advancements like maximizing the detection range of autonomous vehicles.
Oh Jung-chan, Head of Strategic BD at Ettifos, stated, “In interoperability tests with leading global technologies in this field, our technology demonstrated even higher performance, which astonished the world. The technology is already on track, and we are now focused on ensuring effective service implementation.”
These institutions and companies attribute their technological achievements to the support from IITP, which they consider a driving force behind their innovation.
Oh stated, “Thanks to the support from IITP, we were able to develop technology that meets high global standards. We hope for continued support in future projects to help companies like ours grow into global leaders.”
— Youngjun Kim, Reporter, kyj85@etnews.com
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