More companies vie for slice of virtual human market

Virtual humans have become the rising stars in the social media and entertainment industries.

2022-07-13

Computer-generated influencer Rozy to make singing debut on Feb. 22

Computer-generated influencer Rozy, is set to make her debut as a K-pop star on Feb. 22, according to Sidus Studio X on Tuesday. Her first EP is titled “Who Am I. Behind the EP is producer Jeong Jae-won who has also produced for singer BOL4...

2022-02-15

Virtual influencers embraced by retailers looking for young customers

Retailers and fashion companies are choosing virtual influencers to promote their brands as these computer-generated personalities become popular with younger consumers globally.

2021-10-12

Computer-generated influencers seen as ideals by the young

Virtual influencers - fictional characters with computer-generated likenesses on social media – were considered niche phenomena in Korea, but they are increasingly marching into the mainstream.

2021-07-28

ShinhanLife uses virtual influencer to appeal to Gen Z

Newly launched life insurance company ShinhanLife has employed a virtual influencer for its video advertisement to better appeal to younger customers, the company said Wednesday.

2021-07-07

You don't even have to exist to make millions on social media

Take a quick glance at the Instagram feed of @reahkeem and you'll see the posts of what appears to be a 20-something woman with a surprisingly large number of brand deals.

2021-02-12