Coins like ‘luna, terraUSD had obvious design flaws’: Crypto pioneer
As a founding member of the ethereum platform, Joel Dietz is viewed as a visionary and a “renaissance man” in the crypto sphere.
South Korea
South Korea’s daily Covid-19 infections surpass 100,000
The country’s Covid-19 wave is currently fueled by the new omicron strain BA.5.
Soju comes back stronger, pricier
For long, the Vodka-like liquor has been loved for its accessibility and versatility, but the latest renditions aim to create a new sub-genre of soju.
South Korea’s growth outlook darkens over poor exports, rising prices
Inflation hit a 24-year high of six per cent in June and Korea is also seeing speculation over revisiting Covid-19 curbs amid a surge in cases.
Could banks trade crypto in South Korea?
Until now, banks have only made investments in companies providing crypto custody services.
Ageing South Korea turns to immigration
Struggling to cope with falling birth rates and an aging population, South Korea is adopting more immigration-friendly policies like citizenship for the highly skilled.
South Korea to host 1st ATP tennis tournament in 26 years
The ATP said the Korea Open is one of six single-year events for this season, along with tournaments in the US, Israel, Italy and Spain.
Japan should seek neighbors’ consent before releasing Fukushima wastewater: Yoon
Japan’s nuclear regulator recently formally approved a plan to dump treated radioactive water into the sea.
Seoul to turn Yongsan‘s idle land into tech complex, transportation hub
The Seoul city government currently aims to start constructing infrastructure in 2024 and begin the development of the main sector in 2025.
Girls’ Generation to make comeback with 7th studio album next month
This will mark the iconic K-pop group’s first full-group return as an eight-piece act in nearly five years since the release of its sixth LP, “Holiday Night,” in August 2017.