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Telecommunications & Media
Broadcasting Media Communications Committee releases 2024 broadcast assessment; KBS1, MBN top scores by platform
South Korea\'s Broadcasting Media Communications Committee approved the 2024 broadcast assessment results for 371 stations operated by 153 broadcasters at a plenary meeting on July 22. The results will be reflected in broadcaster re-licensing and re-approval reviews. KBS1 recorded the highest score among national terrestrial TV channels, while MBN ranked top among comprehensive programming channel operators. The committee also approved the 2025 assessment basic plan and will disclose detailed results on its website.
Crypto
Upbit volume rise limited despite 8 percent intraday KOSPI plunge
South Korea\'s KOSPI fell more than 8 percent intraday and triggered a circuit breaker, but trading volumes at Upbit, the country\'s largest crypto exchange, rose only slightly. Bitcoin volume increased over July 12 to 14, yet remained below the 30-day average and far under a recent peak. Analysts said the rise did not signal a new trading phase and it is still hard to conclude stock funds moved into crypto.
General News
Lee says 2026 to mark start of \'irreplaceable Korea\' dream, new K initiative era
President Lee Jae-myung (이재명) said 2026 will be the year a bold dream begins for an \"irreplaceable Korea\" that no country can replace. Marking his first year in office, he said South Korea will open a new era of the \"K initiative\" by building on national experience, capabilities and public energy to overcome crises. He outlined four policy goals covering industry-led growth, diplomacy and security, enforcement of rules, and protecting lives through a stronger social safety net.
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Economy
Naphtha up 68 percent, ethylene up 61 percent as March producer prices post biggest rise in 4 years
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Telecommunications & Media
Broadcast Media Communications Commission releases 2024 TV broadcaster audience share
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Telecommunications & Media
Broadcast Media Telecommunications Commission begins formal talks on YTN issues, forms legal advisory group
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Politics
Ruling, opposition parties agree on 26.2 trillion won extra budget, keep aid plan for bottom 70 percent by income
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Crypto
Iran\'s crypto market grows to 11.5 trillion won, used from IRGC arms to currency exchange
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General News
March consumer prices rise 2.2 percent; oil products jump 9.9 percent amid Middle East shock
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Finance
U.S. stocks post biggest daily gain in 10 months on optimism over end to Iran war; Nasdaq up 3.8 percent
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Mobility
MOLIT says unauthorised activation of Tesla FSD is illegal, up to 2 years in prison
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Economy
OECD sparks signs of wave of Korea growth downgrades amid Middle East vulnerability
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Finance
Won nears 1,490 per dollar this month, fourth-highest on record; biggest drop among major currencies
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Industry
Asian stocks fall after Trump issues \'48-hour ultimatum\'
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Finance
Won-dollar exchange rate climbs past 1,510 in early trade, highest since financial crisis
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Finance
KOSPI ends slightly higher around 5,780; KOSDAQ rises 1 percent
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General News
U.S. investment special act approved at cabinet meeting; founding committee for Korea-U.S. strategic investment corporation launched
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General News
President Lee Jae-myung calls for quick \'war\' budget, energy measures like vehicle rationing