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Google Play Hosts 'ChangGoo Alumni Day' to Accelerate Global Expansion for 760 Korean Startups

SEOUL – On June 25, 2026, Google Play, in collaboration with the Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) and the Korea Institute of Startup and Entrepreneurship Development (KISED), held the '20
BYD Unveils First Plug-in Hybrid ‘Sealion 6’ in Korea, Targeting Eco-Friendly Market at 37.5 Million Won

BUSAN — BYD Korea made a significant move in the domestic automotive market on June 26, unveiling its first plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model, the ‘Sealion 6 DM-i,’ at the 2026 Busan Mobil

Minister Kim Secures Breakthrough in EU Steel Quota Negotiations; Eyes Major Submarine Contract in Canada

SEJONG – South Korea’s Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy, Kim Jung-kwan, announced on June 22 that the government has reached a "positive consensus" with the European Unio

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K-Content in High Demand as Southeast Asian OTT Market Booms: Seoul, South Korea – The global streaming landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with South Korean content, o ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.29

Shinsegae Unveils Comprehensive Value Enhancement Plan: Shinsegae, a leading South Korean retail conglomerate, has announced a comprehensive value enhancement program aimed at boosting i ...; Desk 2024.12.29

Jincheon County Achieves Record-Breaking Investment Attraction for Ninth Consecutive Year: Jincheon, South Korea – Jincheon County has once again set a new benchmark in investment attraction, surpassing its annual g ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2024.12.29

Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami Reunite for a Vibrant 20th Anniversary Collection: Paris, France – Luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton has unveiled a highly anticipated collaborative collection with renowned ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2024.12.29

Korean Retailers Offer Deep Discounts for Year-End Shopping Spree: Seoul, South Korea – As 2024 draws to a close, major retailers in South Korea are rolling out a plethora of year-end sales a ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.28

Egypt Tightens Car Import Regulations Amid Economic Headwinds: Cairo, Egypt – The Egyptian government has recently introduced new regulations for car imports, aiming to stabilize the dome ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2024.12.28

Beloved Characters Popeye and Tintin Enter the Public Domain: A new era is dawning for fans of classic cartoons and literature. Beloved characters Popeye and Tintin, along with iconic works su ...; ONLINE TEAM 2024.12.28

Soaring Exchange Rate Sends Shockwaves Through South Korea's Industries: Seoul, South Korea – The won-dollar exchange rate has surged to unprecedented levels following the December 3rd emergency de ...; Desk 2024.12.28

Hungary Caps Guest Worker Permits to 35,000 in 2025: Budapest – Minister for National Economy Márton Nagy has decided to cap the maximum number of guest worker residence ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2024.12.27

Buy Now, Pay Later: A Risky Holiday Trend: San Juan, Puerto Rico – Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services have become increasingly popular among online shoppers, especiall ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2024.12.27

Oil Prices Edge Lower on Friday, but Set for Weekly Gain: RIYADH – Oil prices were little changed on Friday but were poised for a weekly gain amid optimism that economic stimulus eff ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2024.12.27

Korean Consumers Get More Protection in New Consumer Dispute Resolution Standards: Seoul, South Korea – The Fair Trade Commission (FTC) announced today that it has finalized revisions to the Consumer Dispute ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.27

South Korea and the Philippines to Deepen Economic Ties with New FTA: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea and the Philippines are set to bolster their economic relationship as the Korea-Philippines ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.26

Small Businesses Crumble Under Economic Pressure: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing an unprecedented crisis as the prolo ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.26

Norges Bank Holds Rates Steady, Signals Easing Soon: Oslo - Norges Bank Governor Ida Wolden Bache announced on Thursday that the key interest rate will remain at 4.5%, marking a conti ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2024.12.25

Uber Acquires Remaining Stake in UT, Strengthening Its Position in South Korea: Seoul, South Korea – Uber, the global ride-sharing giant, announced on [Date] that it will acquire the remaining stake in UT ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2024.12.25

Franchise Industry Surpasses 300,000 Outlets in South Korea: Seoul, South Korea – The number of franchise outlets in South Korea exceeded 300,000 for the first time last year, according ...; ONLINE TEAM 2024.12.25

Online Shopping Scams Surge During Pandemic, Shift in Tactics and Targets: Seoul, South Korea – The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant shift in the tactics and targets of online shopping scam ...; Desk 2024.12.25

Crypto Investment Surges in South Korea as Trump Victory Boosts Market: Seoul, South Korea – The number of cryptocurrency investors in South Korea has surpassed 15 million for the first time, acco ...; Desk 2024.12.25