South Korea
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worldSouth Korea's Airport Safety Flaws Exposed After Deadly Jeju Air Crash
An audit reveals decades of faulty approvals and cost-cutting measures at South Korean airports, following a fatal Jeju Air crash.
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cryptoBithumb Faces Proposed 6-Month Partial Ban Over AML Violations
South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb is under scrutiny for alleged anti-money laundering breaches, facing a potential six-month partial business suspension.
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financeSouth Korea Caps Fuel Prices Amid Middle East Energy Shock
South Korea announces a historic fuel price cap to protect its economy from escalating global energy costs driven by Middle East conflict. Market stabilization measures are also being expanded.
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financeHormuz Strait: The Unseen Threat to the Global AI Economy
An analysis of the critical dependence of AI technology on oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz and the vulnerabilities faced by key Asian chip manufacturers.
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cryptoSouth Korea Bars USDT, USDC from Corporate Crypto Investments
South Korea's new corporate crypto investment rules may exclude stablecoins like USDT and USDC due to foreign exchange law conflicts.
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sportsSuzuki's Power Surge Lifts Japan Over South Korea in WBC Thriller
Seiya Suzuki launched two home runs, outshining teammate Shohei Ohtani, as Japan secured a crucial 8-6 victory against South Korea in the World Baseball Classic.
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healthRoche Invests $481M in South Korea Clinical Hub
Roche commits $481 million to establish a major clinical hub in South Korea, boosting global drug development and fostering biotech innovation.
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techIran Crisis Threatens Global Chip Material Supply, South Korea Warns
South Korea flags potential disruptions to critical semiconductor materials due to the Middle East conflict, impacting global tech supply chains.