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Samsung, SK Hynix and TSMC Battle for AI Chip Supremacy in Asia as 2026 Race Intensifies

As artificial intelligence demand drives the global semiconductor industry toward a trillion-dollar scale in 2026, three Asian powerhouses — Taiwan's TSMC, South Korea's Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix — are locked in a high-stakes contest that will largely determine who controls the critical infrastructure powering the AI revolution.

International Business Times

Samsung employees protest and threaten strike, demanding share of profits amid AI boom

Record profits but angry workers: thousands of Samsung workers threatening strike over bonus dispute.

Euronews

KOSME strengthens India entry strategy through strategic partnership with MIDC

This strategic MoU aims to facilitate Korean SMEs' entry and expansion into India, focusing on investment, human capital, and technology collaboration. The agreement is set to accelerate Korean SME growth in India's key industrial hub.

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Samsung faces mass strike threat as workers demand share of AI profits

Union officials claimed approximately 40,000 members participated in a protest

The Independent UK

Mid-air selfie stunt: S Korea pilot fined $59K for 2021 fighter jet collision

A South Korean fighter pilot must pay 88 million won in damages after a mid-air collision. The incident occurred in 2021 when the pilot attempted to film his final sortie. He maneuvered dangerously close to another jet while trying to improve camera shots. The collision caused significant damage but no…

The Times of India

Pilot’s mid-flight selfie blamed for South Korean fighter jet collision

Pilots escaped incident without injury but collision cost £440,000 in repairs

The Independent UK

Japanese police arrest a South Korean for allegedly obstructing Yasukuni Shrine festival

A South Korean national has been arrested in Tokyo for allegedly obstructing a spring festival at Yasukuni Shrine

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'We have no choice but to impose a severe punishment': Ex Samsung researcher sentenced to 7 years in prison for leaking DRAM tech to a Chinese competitor

The semiconductor process tech was reportedly deemed 'a core national technology' of South Korea.

PC Gamer

Top 10 countries with the highest IQ in the world: South Korea, China, Japan and others lead global rankings

Global IQ rankings often get a lot of attention because they try to compare average cognitive test scores across different countries. The 2026 dataset shows some clear shifts in a few nations, with certain countries improving while others have dipped slightly compared to last year. South Korea, China, and Japan…

The Times of India

Johnny Somali’s appeal backfires as he remains in brutal South Korea detention center

Streamer Johnny Somali's appeal against his six-month sentence in South Korea has backfired, extending his detention in harsh conditions. Facing a new trial that could last over a year, he remains in a cramped cell with limited amenities. This prolonged legal battle highlights the difficulties faced by the streamer following…

The Times of India

Life as a South Korean Mum in Chennai: How India Became Her Second Home

India’s enthusiasm for South Korean culture has been widely visible in recent years, from the popularity of K-pop groups like BTS to the growing obsession with K-dramas. What is less often discussed, however, is the parallel story—South Koreans building lives and communities in India and forming their own cultural bridge…

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POSCO Holdings Stock Jumps 8% on Low-Carbon Project Approval and Technical Breakout

POSCO Holdings Inc. shares surged more than 8% Tuesday on the Korea Exchange, closing at 421,500 won after gaining 32,000 won, as investors cheered approval for a major low-carbon iron plant in Western Australia and positive technical signals ahead of the company's upcoming first-quarter 2026 earnings and business plan presentation.

International Business Times

Heritage is created, not inherited – as Korean pop culture shows

The word “heritage” generally calls to mind the distant past. Ancient buildings, historic objects or traditions passed down over generations. “Heritage” feels old by definition, but it’s not simply something we inherit. It is something we actively make. What matters is not age but the decision to preserve, display and…

The Conversation

The Iran war's biggest 'losers' are now 2026's top-performing markets

The stock markets that were supposed to pay the highest price for the Iran war are now the ones leading the 2026 league table, and the rebound from March's Hormuz panic has been one of the most aggressive relief rallies in years.

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BTS agency chairman Bang Si-Hyuk faces arrest over alleged fraud scheme

South Korean police are seeking to arrest Hybe chairman Bang Si-Hyuk over alleged investor fraud tied to the company’s IPO, in a case that could impact the K-pop giant as BTS resumes touring.

The Independent UK

South Korean wolf’s escape inspires bread, billboards, and a crypto coin

The two-year-old wolf, who was recaptured last week, is recovering under veterinary care after losing around 4kg

The Guardian - UK

US ‘restricts intelligence sharing with South Korea’ after minister identified suspected nuclear site

Washington reportedly limits satellite data after minister spoke publicly about suspected facility in North Korea

The Times of India

US limits intelligence sharing with Korea after remarks on North Korea nuclear site: Report

US has partially restricted satellite intelligence sharing with South Korea after Seoul's unification minister revealed details about a suspected North Korean uranium enrichment site. While the minister claims the information was public, Washington views it as an unauthorized disclosure. Despite this, officials state military preparedness and broader intelligence cooperation remain…

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The Independent UK

BTS agency’s billionaire founder faces arrest in fraud investigation

South Korea police seeks Bang Si-Hyuk’s arrest as they expand investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100m in investor fraud scheme

International Business Times

Why The APR1400 Nuclear Reactor Is an Answer for American Energy

The International Energy Agency has projected that global data center electricity consumption will more than double by 2030, with the United States accounting for the largest share of that growth.

International Business Times

South Korea Plans 75% Cut to Frontline Border Troops by 2040, Betting on AI Surveillance

South Korea's Defense Ministry is preparing to slash the number of troops stationed at frontline general outposts along the demilitarized zone with North Korea by nearly 75 percent over the next decade or two, replacing many soldiers with artificial intelligence-powered surveillance systems, drones and combat robots amid a severe demographic-driven…

Euronews

Mercedes and Samsung SDI sign first EV battery supply deal

South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI said on Monday that it clinched its first agreement for the supply of EV batteries with German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz.

The Independent UK

India and South Korea agree to nearly double trade to $50B by 2030

South Korea and India have agreed to nearly double bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030, up from about $27 billion

The Independent UK

Wanted man in South Korea arrested after appearing on livestream

Man accused of distributing sexually explicit content attempted to run but was caught by police

The Independent UK

North Korea launches ballistic missiles for fourth time this month

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