South Korea
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Institutional Crypto Pivot: Brokerages Bet on Infrastructure as Retail Demand Stagnates
As Bitcoin liquidity tightens, major financial institutions are pivoting toward long-term digital asset infrastructure, signaling a shift from retail-driven speculation to institutional-grade integration.
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Park Eun-bin’s ‘The WONDERfools’ and President Lee Jae-myung’s Housing Reform: A Dual Snapshot of South Korea
South Korea’s cultural influence continues to surge with the release of the Netflix series ‘The WONDERfools,’ while at the policy level, President Lee Jae-myung initiates a crackdown on apartment maintenance fee corruption.
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Nationwide Developments: Belgian Prison Crisis and South Korean Weather Alert
A surge of industrial action hits Belgium’s prison system amid severe overcrowding, while South Korea braces for significant nationwide spring rainfall and potential hail.
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Zeekr Debuts in Seoul as Revamped 009 Targets Global Luxury Market
Zeekr has officially launched its South Korean operations in Seoul while announcing a May 19 release for its revamped 009 MPV featuring 900-volt architecture.
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Seoul’s Assertive New Foreign Policy Hits Global Stage
South Korea is shifting toward a more independent, assertive diplomatic posture as it navigates defense breakthroughs in Europe and complex global crises.
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North Korea commends South’s apology over drone flights
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong called Seoul’s regret over unauthorized drone flights ‘wise behavior,’ while warning against future provocations.
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Running Man at a Crossroads: Variety Stagnation vs. Cinema Hype
As South Korea’s long-running variety show ‘Running Man’ faces criticism over creative fatigue, anticipation for the upcoming Hollywood film adaptation continues to build.
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Actor Lee Sang-bo Dies at 44: A Career Marked by Resilience
South Korean actor Lee Sang-bo, known for his roles in The Elegant Empire and Private Lives, has passed away at age 44 following a career of personal and professional challenges.
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South Korea Joins Hormuz Initiative, Bolstering Maritime Security
Seoul has committed to participating in initiatives aimed at ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route.
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BTS Return to Seoul: Security and Stakes as ‘Arirang’ Drops
Seoul is under high security as BTS performs their first group concert since 2022 to celebrate the launch of their new album, Arirang.
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Upbit to List Ether.fi (ETHFI) with KRW Trading Pair
South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, announced the listing of Ether.fi (ETHFI), enabling trading against the Korean Won.
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North Korea Fires 10 Missiles Amid U.S. Defense Asset Concerns
North Korea launched approximately 10 ballistic missiles toward the sea on Saturday, marking a significant escalation as concerns mount over the potential relocation of U.S. missile defense assets from South Korea to the Middle East.
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South Korea Raids Transport Ministry Over Jeju Air Crash Discrepancies
South Korean police have raided the transport ministry as public outrage intensifies over the discovery of victims’ remains among rubble from the 2024 Jeju Air disaster.
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US Withdraws THAAD, Patriot Systems from South Korea Amid Iran Tensions
The U.S. has begun withdrawing THAAD and Patriot missile defense systems from South Korea, reportedly to bolster defenses against Iran. The move follows retaliatory strikes by Iran against U.S. and Israeli targets.
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South Korea’s Crypto Market Shrinks, Regulators Tighten Grip
South Korea’s cryptocurrency exchanges have drastically reduced listed assets, with only 36 coins available across the top five platforms, signaling market maturation and stricter investor protection measures.