South Korea is working to address the “grey digital divide,” a gap that leaves many older people struggling to use everyday digital services, according to multiple reports. The issue affects seniors who may lack skills or access to technologies increasingly used for services and information.
The problem is gaining attention in South Korea’s rapidly ageing population, described by outlets as a “superaged society.” Both reports link the challenge to broader social and demographic pressures, suggesting the country is not only a major technology producer but also faces difficulties ensuring that benefits of digital tools reach older residents.
The articles provide largely overlapping framing. They emphasize that South Korea—home to leading smartphone and memory chipmakers—still has a growing segment of seniors who are not fully included in a more digital environment. While one outlet uses “grey” and the other “gray” to describe the divide, they refer to the same underlying concern: improving digital support and inclusion for older adults.
