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Kakao bonus dispute turns into trust and organisation issue as first strike looms

Kakao\'s labour dispute has moved toward the company\'s first headquarters strike. The Kakao union plans a four-hour partial strike and rally around Pangyo Station on June 10 and may raise the level depending on talks. The dispute began with bonus negotiations but has expanded to job security, compensation systems and organisational restructuring, putting CEO Jeong Shin-a under pressure. Talks mediated by the Gyeonggi Labour Relations Commission ended without agreement, giving unions legal grounds for industrial action.

Telecommunications & Media

BTS Gwanghwamun comeback nears as Ju Ji-hoon draws buzz

BTS is nearing a comeback performance in Gwanghwamun. ENA drama Climax, starring Ha Ji-won and Ju Ji-hoon, is drawing attention, with rising buzz and viewership. Sandara Park of 2NE1 previewed a solo album amid controversy linked to Park Bom. Actress Go Youn-jung drew notice after a blanket incident at a Chanel show in Paris. NCT’s Yuta is set to appear in the film Specials. Project group ZEROBASEONE wrapped its finale concerts, with some members preparing to redebut.

Games & Commerce

Kakao Entertainment co-CEO Jang Yoon-jung named to Billboard Global Power Players list

Kakao Entertainment said on March 10 that its co-CEO Jang Yoon-jung was selected for Billboard\'s 2026 Global Power Players list. The list, released on March 9 local time, recognises influential leaders outside the United States who lead the global music market. Kakao Entertainment said Jang has been selected five times since 2021. It said it will focus capabilities on global and platform businesses centred on IP.