Pearl Abyss held a shareholder meeting on July 7 in Gwacheon, south of Seoul, and addressed investor concerns over a weak share price despite expectations for Crimson Desert. Management outlined key shareholder requests, including next steps for Crimson Desert, progress and disclosure strategy for DokeV, shareholder returns and stronger communication. The company said DokeV targets a release in the second half of 2028 and is preparing paid DLC and possible platform expansion to bridge the gap.

KB Financial Group has narrowed its shortlist for next chairman to six candidates, including incumbent Yang Jong-hee (양종희), as it begins the selection process amid delays in regulators’ governance reform plan for financial holding firms. The shortlist includes four internal and two external candidates, with one external candidate unnamed at their request. The committee plans interviews and further narrowing through September, with the final pick expected to be appointed at an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting in November.