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Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
23rd Director's Cut Awards full winners list: Lee Do Hyun wins big for Exhuma, A Killer Paradox takes top drama honor
The 23rd Director's Cut Awards ceremony took place on May 20 at 7 PM KST (3:30 PM IST) and the winners list was shared online by the DGK (Directors Guild of Korea) on May 21. The DKG members (Korean directors) are the ones who select the winners through a majority vote system. During the event, the association honoured best films, series, actors and rising stars with prestigious accolades. Among them, a notable mention was Exhuma, who swept multiple titles. Exhuma bagged four awards from among 13 categories, becoming the most-awarded one among movies and series at the 2025 award show. The occult film was bestowed with titles of Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actress (won by Kim Go Eun) and Best New Actor (won by Lee Do Hyun). Exhuma achieved an impressive feat by winning in most of its nominated categories, except for two. Lee Byung Hun and Lee Hee Joon clinched best actor titled in film and drama categories for The Match and A Killer Paradox respectively. A Killer Paradox received two more awards– Kim Yo Han for Best New Actor and Lee Chang Hee for Best Director. It was the second-most awarded, following Exhuma. Check out who all won in the rest of the categories below. 23rd Director's Cut Awards full list of winners:
Zawya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia ranks 15th globally for AI research papers, Global AI Competitiveness Index
Kingdom showcases remarkable research output with 29,639 AI publications; over 823 AI publications per million population Hong Kong – Saudi Arabia has emerged as a key player in the global AI research landscape, ranking 15th globally in the number of AI research publications for 2025, according to the latest Global AI Competitiveness Index. The report is available for viewing at The Index evaluates countries on the quantity and quality of their AI research, and measures factors such as the number of AI publications and their impact in academic journals. The study, which analysed more than two million Al-related scientific research papers and Al invention patents from countries around the globe, is a collaborative effort between the International Finance Forum (IFF) and Deep Knowledge Group (DKG). The IFF is a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded in October 2003 by G20 countries and international organizations including the United Nations, the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund. DKG is a leading global think tank specializing in AI research and innovation, focusing on fostering advancements in technology, healthcare, and other strategic industries. The report highlights the Kingdom's remarkable contribution with 29,639 AI publications, a figure that underscores its growing position as an AI research hub, with over 823 AI publications per million people. This achievement positions Saudi Arabia ahead of several well-established players such as the Netherlands, Singapore, Russia, Switzerland, and Sweden in the realm of AI research output. As the nation continues to focus on advancing AI technologies, the ranking highlights the progress made by Saudi Arabia in fostering a robust research ecosystem. Dmitry Kaminskiy, General Partner at Deep Knowledge Group stated: "Saudi Arabia's ranking aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives, reinforcing the country's commitment to developing a sustainable, diversified knowledge-based economy. With AI being a central pillar in the nation's development plans, the findings of our report pave the way for continued excellence and leadership in the field." "Saudi Arabia's AI research output is a testament to the country's commitment to becoming a leader in technology and innovation. The Kingdom's strategic investments in AI infrastructure and talent development are already yielding impressive results, setting the stage for further advancements," Kaminskiy added. As the Kingdom continues to increase its investments in AI research, it is poised to further enhance its position in the global AI landscape, contributing to both technological innovation and economic development. According to the report, Mainland China has become the region with the greatest total number of Al papers globally at 769,000, a 696% rise over the past 10 years. Japan and South Korea entered the global top 10, demonstrating East Asia's contribution to global Al research. For media enquiries, please contact: Keel Comms support@
