On December 17, the National Assembly's Science, ICT, Broadcasting and Communications Committee adopted the personnel hearing report on nominee Kim Jong-cheol by bipartisan agreement. If the president signs off, Kim is likely to be appointed the…
On Nov. 28, 2025, President Lee Jae-myung nominated Professor Kim Jong-cheol of Yonsei University Law School to be the first chair of the newly formed Broadcasting, Media and Communications Commission (BMCC). The direction of this new regulatory bod…
On November 26, 2025, a major fire broke out at Wangfook Court in Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong. Deaths and missing-person reports surged, spreading shock through the city. Suspects include combustible exterior materials and failures in buildin…
An international conference in Seoul exposed the practical challenges of co-productions. Cross-border sharing of budgets and risk opens doors for big projects. However, cultural identity concerns and legal barriers remain obstacles. Policy choices a…
A growing debate asks whether the fees IPTV providers pay to retransmit over-the-air broadcasters are fair. Recent research suggests the current per-subscriber retransmission fee of about 500 won should rise to roughly 766–1,042 won. Broadcasters sa…
Korean-Japanese joint dramas are drawing attention in global markets. When both countries combine production strengths, a new storytelling grammar can emerge. Expanding fandoms plus the mixing of capital and creativity can grow the market. However,…
The Namhaean Development Special Act is a joint proposal from Jeollanam-do (South Jeolla), Gyeongsangnam-do (South Gyeongsang) and Busan (a major port city). The bill aims to revive local economies by loosening regulations and attracting private and…
Allegations have surfaced around HYBE’s 2019 IPO process. Claims say Chairman Bang Si‑hyuk told some investors there were no plans to list the company. There are also allegations that a private equity vehicle bought shares and later realized large g…
The Rise of Fake News and the Price of Celebrity Privacy Fake news, or misinformation spread intentionally to mislead others, has become an alarming part of digital life. While the concept isn't new, the speed and scale at which it tr…