The Unsettling Ambition of Korea's "Citizen Dividend" The recent clarification by President Lee Jae Myung regarding his adviser's post on redistributing profits from the AI boom has left many in South Korea both intrigued and uneasy.
At first glance, the idea of a "citizen dividend" seems like a generous gesture towards the nation's struggling citizens.
However, as one examines the proposal more closely, it becomes clear that this concept is not just about altruism but also about redefining the relationship between the state, corporations, and its people.