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Japan Digitalization and Automation Compared to South Korea and Switzerland: Lessons for Modernizing Public Services
In the past decade, the conversation around Japan digitalization and automation has become increasingly relevant for governments and businesses grappling with shrinking workforces, demographic change, and the rapidly rising expectations of digitally native citizens. While Japan’s leadership in robotics and consumer automation often garners admiration, South Korea and Switzerland have demonstrated that integrated digital infrastructure…
Living in Switzerland vs Korea – The Ultimate Expat Guide
Choosing where to build a life is never easy, especially when you are deciding between two of the most developed, fascinating and very different cities on earth. Zurich and Seoul both draw thousands of expats, digital nomads and professionals every year. I was born in Solothurn, Switzerland, and later lived for two years in Zurich…
Living in Japan vs Korea – The Ultimate Expat Guide
Choosing where to live in Asia can be overwhelming. Japan and South Korea are two of the most popular destinations for expats, digital nomads and people who love the culture. I have been lucky enough to live in both for extended periods, and I learned firsthand that while they share some similarities, the day-to-day experience…
How to Apply at Sky and Get Accepted at Yonsei University or Big 3 in South Korea (SKY) as a foreigner
My Success Story: How I Got Accepted with a 50% Scholarship (Without Even Asking!) In April 2023, I received an admission offer from Yonsei University for the Master’s program in Computer Science together with a 50% scholarship. At the time, I had seven years of professional software engineering experience, a Bachelor’s degree from a Swiss…
Sinchon Seoul Guide: Student Life, Food Spots & Hidden Gems
Sinchon is one of those neighbourhoods that does not try too hard, and that is exactly why it works so well. Tucked between two of Korea’s most prestigious universities, Ewha Womans University and Yonsei University, it has a strong student energy without feeling overwhelming or performative. The streets are busy but not chaotic. The food…
What is Bingsu? The Ultimate Guide to Korea’s Famous Snowy Dessert
Bingsu is Korea’s favourite way to cool down in summer: a mountain of fluffy shaved ice piled with toppings and shared straight from one big bowl. Unlike the crunchy shaved ice you find elsewhere, good bingsu is made from frozen milk shaved into fine, snow-like ribbons that melt the moment they touch your tongue. It…
