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Ride-Hailing Rivalry: Kakao and Uber Bet on Membership Services in Korea
South Korea’s ride-hailing industry is entering a new battleground as Kakao Mobility and Uber launch competing membership services. Both companies are pivoting toward subscription-based models, betting that paid loyalty programs will secure repeat customers and provide stable, recurring revenue streams. Kakao’s Dual Approach Kakao Mobility, the market leader, introduced Kakao T Members on August 27 with two distinct tiers: Mobility Plus (4,900 won / US$3.5 per...
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Ride-Hailing Rivalry: Kakao and Uber Bet on Membership Services in Korea
South Korea’s ride-hailing industry is entering a new battleground as Kakao Mobility and Uber launch competing membership services. Both companies are pivoting toward subscription-based models, betting that paid loyalty programs will secure repeat customers and provide stable, recurring revenue streams....
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South Korea Launches Investigation Into KT, LG Uplus Data Leak Claims
South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT has launched an official investigation into suspected cyber intrusions at telecom operators KT Corp. and LG Uplus. The move comes amid growing concerns over vulnerabilities in the country’s communications infrastructure, following revelations of...
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Hanwha Life H Health Plus Insurance Brings AI to Critical Illness Protection
Hanwha Life has introduced a new insurance product designed to strengthen protection against serious illnesses, with a particular focus on cancer, brain, and heart diseases. Launched on September 1, the “Hanwha Life H Health Plus Insurance” provides end-to-end coverage,...
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LG Uplus Launches “AI Universe” to Expand Public Access to Artificial Intelligence
LG Uplus has unveiled “AI Universe,” a new initiative designed to make artificial intelligence (AI) more accessible to the public in South Korea. The platform is being developed in collaboration with both domestic and international AI companies and organizations to...
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$12B Crypto Wave: How Young Koreans Are Shaping Global Markets
South Korean retail investors have poured more than $12 billion into U.S.-listed cryptocurrency companies in 2025, reflecting a strong appetite for digital assets despite regulatory uncertainty and market volatility. According to data from 10x Research, this surge is reshaping...
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