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South Korea Tried to Control Home Prices. Seoul Apartments Now Cost $1.2 Million

South Korea Tried to Control Home Prices. Seoul Apartments Now Cost $1.2 Million

(Photo=Pixabay) South Korea imposed sweeping restrictions on property purchases to curb speculation and make housing more affordable. A year later, the average apartment in Seoul costs $1.2 million, nearly $100,000 more than before the crackdown. Rents have also surged, leaving the government struggling to contain a housing market it sought to control. The stakes are particularly high in South Korea,

Oct 15 2026
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AI Hacking Attacks Expose a Bigger Weakness in South Korea’s Banking System

AI Hacking Attacks Expose a Bigger Weakness in South Korea’s Banking System

(Photo=MotionElements) Artificial intelligence is making it easier for hackers to search for weaknesses in financial networks. But a series of cyberattacks in South Korea has exposed a more fundamental problem. Many financial institutions are struggling to maintain basic security protections, leaving customer information vulnerable as cyber threats become more sophisticated. South Korea's Financial Services Commission, the country's financial regulator, said

Oct 15 2026
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LG Electronics and Apple Team Up on AI Smart-Home Devices as Competition Intensifies

LG Electronics and Apple Team Up on AI Smart-Home Devices as Competition Intensifies

Photo=LG Electronics The smart-home industry is entering a new phase of competition as technology companies move beyond standalone security cameras and connected appliances to build integrated systems that automate everyday household tasks. LG Electronics and Apple are joining forces on a new lineup of AI-powered devices, a move that could intensify pressure on Amazon’s Ring and Google’s Nest while opening

Oct 14 2026
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Hyundai Motor Group Pledges $15.5 Billion for India Expansion Through 2032

Hyundai Motor Group Pledges $15.5 Billion for India Expansion Through 2032

India’s expanding auto market is becoming an increasingly important battleground for global automakers seeking growth beyond China, and Hyundai Motor Group plans to invest $15.5 billion through 2032 to strengthen its position in the country. The commitment highlights a broader shift in the automotive industry toward local manufacturing, resilient supply chains and emerging-market demand, offering U.S. automakers and investors a

Oct 14 2026
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South Korea’s Wedding Affordability Crisis Fuels Interest in Small Weddings and No-Wedding Choices

South Korea’s Wedding Affordability Crisis Fuels Interest in Small Weddings and No-Wedding Choices

Photo=Motionelemenets South Korea’s changing attitudes toward marriage are increasingly reflected in how couples approach weddings, as rising venue rental and catering costs make traditional ceremonies more financially demanding. Small weddings and no-wedding alternatives are gaining relevance in a culture where some couples are reconsidering whether an elaborate ceremony is worth the expense. The shift reflects both economic pressure and changing

Oct 14 2026
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