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Telecommunications & Media

Lawmaker proposes network stability bill to curb unilateral traffic changes by platforms

A bill has been proposed in South Korea to prevent network instability caused by unilateral service changes by large value-added telecom operators such as YouTube and Meta. Democratic Party lawmaker Jo In-cheol said the amendments would ensure telecom operators have time to respond in advance when actions could significantly affect domestic telecom services. The proposal would require notification 30 days in advance and allow the science minister to request additional steps.

Industry

Tesla Model Y spotted with 'AI4.5' chip as AI5 delay drags on

Tesla is seen quietly introducing a new full self-driving computer believed to be “AI4.5” without an official announcement. Some buyers of Fremont-built Model Y vehicles report an Autopilot computer labeled AP4.5 or AP45, matching a new part number in Tesla’s catalog. Analysts say it may use a three-chip design. The move draws attention as AI5 has been delayed and consumer unease grows over upgrade promises.

Finance

Prosecutors expand probe into former Namyang Dairy chairman family over 3.7 billion won breach of trust

Prosecutors are widening their investigation into the family of former Namyang Dairy Products chairman Hong Won-sik over alleged private use of company funds, industry sources said on Monday. The Seoul Central District Prosecutors Office is looking into possible additional misuse beyond 3.7 billion won already charged, including by his wife, Lee Woon-kyung, and their two sons. A first-instance verdict is set for Jan. 29.