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CNET News.com Special Report: South Korea's digital dynasty

Electronics fuel rise of new tech powerhouse

June 25, 2004

On the brink of financial collapse only a few years ago, the Seoul government and national conglomerates have battled back to become a major force in the global technology economy.

Nation: Techno-revolution in the making

South Korea has launched the equivalent of a space program in technology, with an aggressive strategy in consumer electronics.

Business: An industry stalwart is reborn

Once known for cheap products, Samsung has undergone a complete upscale transformation and is driving its country's recovery.

Consumers: Gaming their way to growth

The South Korean technology agenda has turned online games into a national phenomenon, creating businesses for the future.

Key stories from around the Web

A historic initiative by the Seoul government and leading companies is turning their country into a technology powerhouse. Read some of the reports around the Web.

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Editors: Mike Yamamoto, Desiree Everts
Copy editor: Scott Martin
Design: Ellen Ng, Andrew Lottmann
Production: Meghan McDowell

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Good Analysis
by nobrainr June 25, 2004 11:00 AM PDT
This is a good in-depth report on South Korea. Having been to Korea myself, I see a country overhauling and preparing its way into the next century. Broadband and a new digital era has reshaped the country and bolstered individuals to reach out far beyond its own borders. Online gaming is a great example of marching out to other continents. As an investor, I would put my money on South Korea.
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Excellent Reporting
by June 25, 2004 9:27 PM PDT
I found the report on South Korea's consumer elctronics & gaming industry very interesting and detailed. The government's enabling support for the industry is also very pro-active. I only hope that Indian governmnet also sees an opportunity in the Korean story and usher in the new sector as quickly as possible.
I also expect that CNET does more such INFORMATIVE AND ANALYTICAL stories on the emerging stars in Asia.
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