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- Korean securities firms’ IMA rollout to unlock additional $14 bn in risk capital by 2028
(Courtesy of Getty Images) South Korea’s push to expand retail access to investment banking products, particularly through investment management accounts (IMAs) and short-term finance instruments, is expected to channel an additional 20 trillion won ($14 billion) into early-stage companies by 2028. This move is in line with the government’s broader effort to redirect market liquidity concentrated in traditional banks and… Read more: Korean securities firms’ IMA rollout to unlock additional $14 bn in risk capital by 2028 - How Seoul’s quiet legal machine beats Lone Star in two-decade battleChung Hong-sik, deputy minister and director general for international legal affairs at the Ministry of Justice, speaks at a government briefing on the ICSID annulment decision (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Korea’s decisive victory in its long-running arbitration battle with Lone Star Funds was not the result of a single legal breakthrough or a late procedural surprise. It was the product… Read more: How Seoul’s quiet legal machine beats Lone Star in two-decade battle
- Korea Inc. braces for ‘new normal’ of weak won as majority sees 2026 FX above 1,400 wonA currency exchange rate sign board in Seoul shows the Korean won continues to fall versus the dollar on Nov. 19, 2025 South Korean companies are drawing up next year’s business plans on the assumption that the foreign exchange rate will remain above 1,400 won per dollar, a survey of currency experts shows. A majority of the respondents expect the… Read more: Korea Inc. braces for ‘new normal’ of weak won as majority sees 2026 FX above 1,400 won
- South Korea, UAE to jointly pursue nuclear energy exports; Seoul to join Stargate UAE projectSouth Korean President Lee Jae Myung (left) holds a summit meeting with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, president of the United Arab Emirates, on Nov. 18, 2025 (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to jointly pursue nuclear energy exports to third countries, while Seoul is also poised to take part in the… Read more: South Korea, UAE to jointly pursue nuclear energy exports; Seoul to join Stargate UAE project
- Celltrion steps into weight-loss market with oral rival to Wegovy, Mounjaro(Courtesy of Celltrion) Celltrion Inc., the South Korean biosimilar giant seeking to expand into higher-value innovative medicines, is positioning itself as a future contender to Novo Nordisk Inc. and Eli Lilly and Co. in the fast-growing obesity-treatment market. The company announced on Wednesday that it is developing CT-G32, an orally administered quadruple-receptor agonist designed to activate four metabolic pathways simultaneously,… Read more: Celltrion steps into weight-loss market with oral rival to Wegovy, Mounjaro
Latest Entertainment from Korea
- NMIXX Jiwoo Radiates Timeless Elegance in Cosmopolitan Korea x iRecipe December 2025 Pictorial: A Style and Beauty MasterclassPhoto Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea. iRecipe. JYP Entertainment NMIXX’s Jiwoo graces the December 2025 issue of Cosmopolitan Korea in collaboration with styling powerhouse iRecipe, delivering a captivating editorial that effortlessly blends youthful vibrance with sophisticated winter elegance. Across the four-page pictorial spread, Jiwoo embodies an evolving persona where classic charm meets contemporary flair—an artistic narrative resonant with the season’s fashion zeitgeist.… Read more: NMIXX Jiwoo Radiates Timeless Elegance in Cosmopolitan Korea x iRecipe December 2025 Pictorial: A Style and Beauty Masterclass
- ZANRYUPA : Dream, dream, dreamZANRYUPA calls their shoegaze sound “silkygaze.” The five-song EP arrives after a May 2025 single debut. In terms of style and sound, Dream, dream, dream is a perfect album for people who want shoegaze music. Opening Dream, dream, dream, “Dreamcatcher” is composed in the standard shoegaze genre style. It has a wide-ranging introduction that leads into a repetitive, but melodic… Read more: ZANRYUPA : Dream, dream, dream
- Short Stuff 77: After Thoughts, Suwon Yim, RichRich, eeri, Son YejiAfter Thoughts : Heavy Heart After Thoughts‘ “Heavy Heart” is a strong modern rock track. It has all the right melodic hooks and provides a nice calming tone. Instagram | Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube Music Suwon Yim : Blue Thought When I return to Suwon Yim‘s music, it’s always a nice switch. “Blue Thought” is a piano instrumental… Read more: Short Stuff 77: After Thoughts, Suwon Yim, RichRich, eeri, Son Yeji
- FIFTY FIFTY appears in Olive Young’s My Precious Vol. 42: A Vogue-Style Editorial Journey of Elegant Beauty and High-Fashion CharmPhoto Credits: Olive Young. Attrakt Entertainment FIFTY FIFTY’s striking presence in Olive Young’s “My Precious” Vol. 42 magazine issue marks a glamorous editorial moment laden with polished elegance and refined style. This pictorial spotlights the South Korean girl group with a sophisticated visual narrative that blends contemporary high-fashion aesthetics with approachable beauty — a signature move befitting a top-tier beauty and… Read more: FIFTY FIFTY appears in Olive Young’s My Precious Vol. 42: A Vogue-Style Editorial Journey of Elegant Beauty and High-Fashion Charm
- Highway Reverie: Inside CLASS:y’s ‘Hitchhiking’ Concept Shoot—A High-Fashion Tale of Freedom, Cinematic Narrative, and Visual RebellionPhoto Credits: K-Tigers CLASS:y, the genre-blurring K-pop ensemble celebrated for their aesthetic audacity, have delivered a cinematic visual feast in their latest concept pictorial, “Hitchhiking (Introduce Film Photo – CLASS:y, In your 🤍).” In a landscape awash with idol visuals, CLASS:y’s interpretation stands apart—crafting a high-fashion road narrative punctuated with subversive glamour and spontaneous youth. This editorial unpacks the art… Read more: Highway Reverie: Inside CLASS:y’s ‘Hitchhiking’ Concept Shoot—A High-Fashion Tale of Freedom, Cinematic Narrative, and Visual Rebellion
Learn People & History of Korea
- The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan CityAncient Beginnings: The Founding of Busan Busan, known as the second largest metropolitan city in South Korea, has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. The earliest recorded existence of Busan can be traced to the Goryeo Dynasty, where it was referenced as a vital coastal settlement. Its strategic location along the southeastern coast of the Korean Peninsula… Read more: The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan City
- The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political DynamicsIntroduction to Pyongyang Pyongyang, the capital city of North Korea, serves as a prominent symbol of the nation’s history and culture. Geographically located on the banks of the Taedong River, in the southwest part of the country, Pyongyang is situated within a strategic area that has historically facilitated trade and cultural exchange. The city’s origins can be traced back to… Read more: The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political Dynamics
- The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and BeyondAncient Beginnings: The Founding of Seoul The city of Seoul, known today as the vibrant capital of South Korea, has ancient roots that trace back to the Three Kingdoms period of Korea, specifically the kingdoms of Baekje and Silla. Evidence suggests that Seoul was originally established as a settlement given its strategic geographical advantages. Nestled within the Han River basin,… Read more: The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and Beyond
- Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3Introduction to Korean Traditional Games Korean traditional games have long been an integral part of the country’s cultural landscape, offering more than mere entertainment. These games, which range from simple children’s pastimes to complex community activities, hold significant cultural significance and often serve as a means of preserving history and promoting social interaction. Rooted in centuries of tradition, these games… Read more: Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3
- Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune TellingIntroduction to Saju Saju, a traditional Korean fortune-telling practice, is an intricate art that seeks to interpret an individual’s fate based on their birth date and time. The term “Saju” translates to “four pillars” in English, referring to the four critical components derived from these time markers: year, month, day, and hour. This method holds significant cultural value within South… Read more: Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune Telling
