With more people investing in cryptocurrencies, choosing a wallet suited to beginners has emerged as a key task in 2026. The Crypto Basic introduced 10 wallets for newcomers based on security, usability and supported networks. It said wallets should balance strong security with a simple user experience and support features such as two-factor authentication, encrypted private keys, biometrics and recovery-phrase backups. It also highlighted multi-chain support and listed software and hardware wallet options.

Lotte Chemical said on May 11 it posted first-quarter sales of 4.99 trillion won and an operating profit of 73.5 billion won, swinging to a profit from a year earlier. Net profit came to 33.5 billion won. The company said it improved profitability through more agile feedstock sourcing and flexible operating rate adjustments despite rising raw material prices and increased geopolitical risks in the Middle East.