Technology & Cyber
South Korean dramas face rising costs as streaming giants dominate
OTT platforms attract top talent and funding, sidelining domestic broadcasters and reducing content diversity
October 4, 2024
South Korea’s extended short-selling ban poses risk to market liquidity
Institutional investors face further regulatory costs as Seoul struggles to implement its new monitoring system on time
September 27, 2024
Hostile corporate takeover, AI push and tax revenue shortfall — Ep. 40
The Korea Pro team discusses the Korea Zinc takeover bid, South Korea’s AI manufacturing initiative and tax shortfall
September 27, 2024
South Korea launches $7.5 Billion push for AI manufacturing modernization
Financial initiative aims to modernize manufacturing, but South Korea faces stiff competition from neighboring countries
September 26, 2024
South Korea’s ubiquitous messaging app’s security gaps risk millions of users
Kakao’s legacy protocol and limited bug bounty program leave users vulnerable to potential attacks and data leaks
September 25, 2024
US ban on Chinese tech in cars puts South Korean automakers in a tight spot
South Korea’s reliance on Chinese parts for vehicles could disrupt its access to US markets under new regulations
September 25, 2024
South Korea’s e-sports professionals face career instability amid education gaps
A fragmented education system and dependence on limited game titles threaten the future of the country’s e-sports stars
September 24, 2024
South Korea looks to overhaul e-commerce with strict payment regulations
Amendments to financial laws target gaps exposed by TMON-Wemakeprice crisis but may limit market competition
September 23, 2024
South Korea to engage in global innovation talks with G20 nations
The country will highlight AI and biotech efforts, but limited progress on carbon goals may undercut its position
September 19, 2024
South Korea’s game developers bet big on consoles as global market heats up
As mobile games fall out of favor and Chinese competitors emerge, South Korean developers strive to remain relevant
September 18, 2024
