AI chip company Rebellions, supported by Samsung, aims for an IPO in South Korea next year, according to the CEO.
Rebellions Plans IPO in South Korea Rebellions is aiming to tap into the strong investor interest in AI chips, targeting an initial public offering in South Korea for the first or second quarter of next year, according to the company’s CEO. Park Sung-hyun mentioned to CNBC that they are more inclined to list on the […]
Judiciary report claims South Korea aimed $410M fine at Coupang
House Judiciary Committee Report on Coupang and South Korea The House Judiciary Committee has put out a sharp report about how the leftist government in South Korea, which some members believe is “aligned with China,” has been discriminating against American-owned firms. A significant focus of the report is on Coupang, an American company based in […]
Former South Korea soccer coach escapes to the U.S. due to death threats and hostile crowds
Resignation of Former South Korean Coach Hong Myung-bo Former national soccer team coach Hong Myung-bo, who stepped down last week after a disappointing FIFA World Cup performance, reportedly left for Los Angeles on Thursday. This departure came just days after returning to a hostile reception from fans demanding a refund of his salary. During the […]
South Korea Soccer Team Faces Aggressive Crowd at Airport Early Morning After World Cup Defeat
Following a disappointing exit from the FIFA World Cup, eight members of the South Korean national soccer team and their former coach, Hong Myung-bo, attempted to return home early Tuesday. They were met at the airport by a crowd of upset fans wielding protest signs and calling for the return of their salaries. Arriving at […]
President of South Korea Expresses Regret and Initiates Investigation Following Soccer Team’s World Cup Disappointment
Apology from South Korean President Following Soccer Team’s Failure On Sunday, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung expressed his apologies to the nation after the national soccer team fell short of advancing in the FIFA World Cup. His disappointment was palpable, describing himself as “embarrassed” by the team’s lackluster performance. In a social media post, he […]
South Korea Plans to Train 500,000 Drone Operators for DMZ Responsibilities
South Korea’s Defense Strategy: Training 500,000 Drone Operators On Friday, South Korea’s Ministry of Defense unveiled an ambitious initiative aiming to train 500,000 “drone warriors.” This move is largely in response to North Korea’s growing use of drones, while the plan also seeks to better integrate unmanned vehicles within their military operations. Initially, Defense Minister […]
Disregard the Pessimists: President Trump Will Continue Efforts to Denuclearize North Korea
May/June 2026 Insights on North Korea In the upcoming May/June 2026 issue of Foreign Affairs, John H. Park and Victor Cha, both seasoned voices in Washington’s foreign policy circles, present a rather bleak outlook. Park’s piece, “How Did North Korea Win?” suggests that Kim Jong Un has achieved a “strange victory” through his nuclear advancements, […]
Daily Opening: Tech downturn, MSCI shifts with attention on Indonesia and South Korea
Traders were active following a Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Hey there, this is Justina Lee from Singapore. Let’s dive into another edition of CNBC’s Daily Open. The fallout from the dip in tech stocks is still shaking up global markets. What […]
South Korea: Demonstrators Commemorate Two Weeks of Opposing Election Fraud Following Major Ballot Shortages
Protests Erupt in Seoul Over Allegations of Election Fraud A significant protest in Seoul, where a crowd is accusing the left-wing government of South Korea of election fraud, has entered its second week. This demonstration is taking place outside the Olympic stadium, which served as a vote-counting venue for the June 3 elections. On that […]
Fans from South Korea and Mexico fill the streets of California
Mexican and Korean Fans Unite During World Cup Celebrations A distinctive connection seems to form between Mexican and Korean supporters during the World Cup. In California, throngs of fans celebrated in the streets prior to Thursday night’s Group A match featuring Mexico and South Korea. Even with Mexico securing a 1-0 victory and a strong […]