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Crypto

Stablecoins\' share of local payments rises as cross-border use fades

a16z Crypto feature editor Robert Hackett (로버트 해캣) and partner Jeremy Zhang (제레미 장) wrote on X that stablecoin data now point to stablecoins becoming core financial infrastructure. They said regulation has accelerated growth, with adjusted volume about $4.5 trillion in the first quarter of 2026. They cited changes in transaction patterns and rising velocity, while estimating actual payments at $350 billion to $550 billion last year and noting local transactions rising to about 75% by early 2026.

Entertainment

BTS\' V draws attention in school uniform ad; Astro\'s Cha Eun-woo pays tax bill in full

In mid-April, entertainment news drew attention as BTS member V appeared in a youth-film-style coffee advertisement. Astro member and actor Cha Eun-woo, who faced tax evasion allegations, said he paid all taxes and bowed again, while his agency Fantagio apologised. A limited-edition KATSEYE-GAP hoodie collection and goods for MBC drama “21st Century Daegunbuin” were unveiled. Debate also grew over the acting of IU and Byeon Woo-seok, as boy groups prepared new releases.

Telecommunications & Media

Smartphone not enough as AI boom fuels demand for creators\' filming gear

As the online video creator market grows, production is shifting from smartphones to dedicated cameras and accessories as AI tools speed up editing and planning. Futuresource Consulting forecasts global online video creators will rise to 267 million by 2030 from 246 million in 2025, based on a survey of more than 16,000 people in major countries. More creators are buying microphones, lenses, gimbals and action cameras, with many spending over $500.