Byung-Chul Han
Byung-Chul Han is a South Korean-German philosopher and cultural theorist, known for his critiques of contemporary society, particularly regarding digital culture and the effects of neoliberalism, often referenced in discussions about modern social issues.
Born on Apr 15, 1959 (66 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 3 | 7.67 | 0.16% | +30% | 46,754,778 | 100,024 | $1,400,000 | 2,995$ |
| Uruguay | 2 | 6.50 | 0.11% | +10% | 3,473,730 | 4,138 | $54,000 | 64$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 17,360 | $48,000 | 29$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +10% | 10,196,709 | 6,337 | $240,000 | 149$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 7,151 | $160,000 | 118$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 27,624 | $350,000 | 190$ |
| Mexico | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 128,932,753 | 121,750 | $1,200,000 | 1,133$ |
| Totals | 10 | 278,337,148 | 284,384 | $3,452,000 | 4,678$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Mexico:
He is a philosopher and essayist of South Korean origin.
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Colombia:
Byung-Chul Han is referenced as a philosopher who discusses the impact of fear on hope and democracy.
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Spain:
Byung-Chul Han is credited with popularizing the awareness of the society of fatigue.
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Uruguay:
Byung-Chul Han is mentioned for his views on information and truth in the context of education.
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Spain:
The previous award for Communication and Humanities was given to philosopher and essayist Byung-Chul Han.
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Hungary:
Byung-Chul Han argues that narration is in a crisis today due to the internet.
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Portugal:
Byung-Chul Han, a German philosopher of South Korean origin, was awarded the 2025 Princess of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities.
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Spain:
Byung-Chul Han has been awarded the Princesa de Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities this year.
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Uruguay:
Byung-Chul Han emphasizes the need for patience in allowing things to mature slowly.
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Venezuela:
Byung-Chul Han became famous for his contributions to philosophy and was awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities.
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