Friday, January 30, 2026

Military Loyalty vs. Personal Judgment: KMA Graduates Speak Out After Martial Law Fallout

The martial law incident revealed disillusionment among KMA graduates, highlighting challenges in military obedience and personal judgment.

SAMSUNG JUST BROKE PHYSICS: This Secret Chip Can Run The Entire AI Grid On a Single Battery

Samsung's SAIT researchers have discovered a method to reduce NAND flash memory power consumption by 96%, revolutionizing AI technology.

TOURIST Trump: President Gets ZERO Deal and ZERO Meeting—His Korea Trip Was Just An Expensive APEC Souvenir Run

North Korea's strategic indifference at APEC highlights its diplomatic gains and potential for future U.S. negotiations.

Economy

Hyundai/Kia Cross $225.3B in Revenue—But U.S. Tariffs Cost $5.4B and Cut Profits 23.6%

Hyundai and Kia report record revenues despite U.S. tariffs impacting profits, focusing on eco-friendly vehicles and strategic growth.

U.S. Treasury Pushes Back: Bessent Says No Yen Support, No Market Meddling—But the Dollar Weakness Trade Lives On

Trump's comments on tariffs and a weaker dollar have led to a decline in the dollar-won exchange rate, boosting the Korean won's strength.

Fed Holds at 3.50%–3.75%: Markets Care Less About Rates and More About Who Replaces Powell in May 2026

The Fed held rates steady, focusing on the next chair's nomination. Rick Rieder's dovish stance may weaken the dollar, impacting markets.

Coupang’s Data Breach Fallout Hits Trade Politics: $514M Investor Loss Claim, 25% Tariff Talk, and a U.S. Class-Action Collision

The Coupang crisis from a data breach has led to a U.S.-Korea trade dispute, impacting stock prices and class-action lawsuits.

White House Tariff Message: Trump Says Companies Are Fleeing Mexico and Europe, as U.S. Steel Tops Japan After 26 Years

The U.S. surpasses Japan in steel production for the first time in 26 years, attributed to tariffs and Trump's policies.
Latest

U.S. Supreme Court Delays Ruling on Trump-Era Tariffs, Clouding Outlook for Global Trade

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision on Trump's tariffs is delayed, with political factors influencing the outcome and industry implications.

Trump’s Bold Claim: Why Greenland’s Ownership is Crucial for U.S. National Security

Trump emphasizes Greenland's ownership for security, critiques NATO, and touts U.S. economic successes during WEF speech in Davos.

Korea vs. Japan: How Korea’s Stock Market Reform is Outpacing Japan’s 10-Year Journey

First Eagle Investment sees Korea's stock market as undervalued, noting faster reforms than Japan, and predicts continued growth for KOSPI.

Russia Cheers as Greenland Dispute Drives Wedge Between U.S. and Europe

Russia benefits from NATO's division over Greenland, as Trump's annexation push creates internal strife, aiding its geopolitical interests.

Big Tech’s Outsourcing Boom: Why Google, Meta, and Amazon Are Hiring 32,000 in India Amid Layoffs

U.S. tech giants are outsourcing talent while laying off in the U.S., leading to increased hiring in India and overall workforce growth.

5 Key Takeaways from Prime Minister Kim’s First Official U.S. Trip: Strengthening Korea-U.S. Relations

South Korean PM Kim Min-seok embarks on his first overseas trip to the U.S. to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss key issues.

Is South Korea Joining Trump’s Peace Committee? Key Insights and Implications

Trump establishes a Peace Commission for Gaza, with U.S. considering participation amid mixed reactions from allies.

Samsung Electronics Rallies as Foreign Investors Pour In $750 Million Despite U.S. Chip Selloff

Samsung Electronics defied falling U.S. semiconductor stocks, rising nearly 3% as foreign investors bought $750 million in shares.

Korea’s Economy Rebounds, but KRW Stays Under Pressure as U.S. Growth Keeps Pulling Capital Away

South Korea's economy is projected to grow 2%, but exchange rate instability persists due to slower growth compared to the U.S.

U.S. Beef Tops Korea’s Imported Meat Market for Ninth Straight Year as Tariffs Drop to Zero

American beef leads Korea's meat market with 47.1% share in 2025, supported by strong consumer approval and tariff elimination.

Top College Golfer Michael Thorbjornsen Chooses LIV Golf Over Masters Debut

NCAA champion Michael Thorbjornsen joins LIV Golf, forgoing his Masters invite to learn from top players and compete globally.

Korea’s EASY BIO Buys California-Based Nutribins in Push for Global Livestock Nutrition Leadership

EASY BIO acquires Nutribins to strengthen its position in the North American feed additive market, enhancing sustainability and productivity.

Seoul’s New Prime Minister Begins U.S. Diplomacy Push With Washington, New York Visit

Prime Minister Kim Min Seok will visit the U.S. from January 22-26, focusing on strengthening U.S.-South Korea relations.

Korea’s Chip Giants, Samsung and SK Hynix, Caught Between U.S. Tariff Ultimatum and Domestic Relocation Debate

Samsung and SK Hynix face challenges amid U.S. tariffs and local relocation debates, risking their semiconductor supercycle potential.

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