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On February 16, Handong Global University had the Vision Declaration and Agreement Ceremony on 4th Industrial Revolution Hub, Pohang.
The 4th Industrial Revolution was cited for the first time at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in 2016, in Davos, Switzerland. The group was cited for their dramatic transformation of technology in industrial environments caused by advanced software including artificial intelligence (machine learning), big data, Internet of Things, virtual reality, and augmented reality.
During this event, the Vision Declaration was made. There was a signing ceremony with Postech, Pohang Chamber of Commerce, and Pohang Steel Management Corporation. A special lecture was delivered to the 150 participants.
The keynote speech was delivered by the former President of Postech, Sungki Baek. His theme was 'What is the 4th Industrial Revolution?' Professor Injung Kim, of HGU, talked about 'The 4th Industrial Revolution and Artificial Intelligence.' Professor Eui-ho Seo, of Postech, also shared a lecture on 'The 4th Industrial Revolution and the Industries of Pohang'. In addition, President Soon-heung Chang, of HGU; Mayor Kangduk Lee, of Pohang city; and Chairman Myeongho Moon, of Pohang Council, delivered remarks and gave a congratulatory message.
President Chang said, "The 4th Industrial Revolution is a core opportunity to bring the second miracle of Youngilman Bay. By presenting this Vision Declaration and by conducting this event ceremony, HGU will continue to serve as the driving force to further move Pohang to become a hub city of the 4th Industrial Revolution and software."
