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Korean mobile carriers near full QoS rollout, MVNO market on alert

South Korea plans to apply a data assurance option, or QoS, across the three mobile carriers’ rate plans in the first half, guaranteeing unlimited data at 400 Kbps after allowances are used. The policy aims to lower household telecom bills, the science ministry says. MVNO users would generally need to pay about 5,000 won a month for the QoS feature, prompting complaints of discrimination. MVNOs also face limited wholesale discounts and rising spectrum fees.

Games & Commerce

NCSoft forecasts 1,681 percent jump in Q1 operating profit as revenue structure shifts

NCSoft is expected to post a 1,681.5 percent surge in first-quarter operating profit from a year earlier, as its revenue structure shifts rather than benefiting only from a low base effect, an analysis said. Forecasts put Q1 sales at 518.1 billion won and operating profit at 93.0 billion won. Analysts cited contributions from Aion2 and Lineage Classic, while noting lingering cost pressures and the importance of Aion2’s global launch.

Industry

Mobility hot issues: Tesla beats expectations despite AI and robotics burden; Sony-Honda EV exit

Tesla reported first-quarter results that beat market expectations despite concerns about slowing electric vehicle demand. Revenue rose to $22.39 billion from a year earlier, while expanded capital spending focused on AI and robotics is adding to financial pressure. The company also faces controversy over cash flows, putting the balance between growth strategy and profitability in focus. Separately, Sony Group and Honda decided to effectively suspend their EV joint venture, and GM halted plans for a next-generation revamp of large electric pickups and SUVs.