The K-pop DNA
K-pop is no longer just ‘Korean’ pop, but a global phenomenon reaching millions of fans worldwide. Here’s the story of …
Ediya Coffee: South Korea’s Answer to Starbucks?
South Korea has a hyper-competitive coffee market. Amidst the fierce competition, Ediya Coffee has triumphed across various metrics. It was …
A Primer: Online Shopping for English-speakers in S. Korea
Looking for rare ingredients? A wider selection of cat food? Or just too lazy to walk out of your apartment? …
Interview: You Jung-eun, Creator of Meditation App Mabo
Meet You Jung-un, creator of popular South Korean meditation app Mabo. Are smartphones set to make meditation popular again in …
Netmarble Launches First Mobile MMO Game ‘Iron Throne’
By launching mobile MMO creation Iron Throne, leading South Korean game publisher Netmarble look to conquer new global markets. …
From Love Motel To Boutique Hotel, Adultery To Pajama Party
Accommodation booking platforms are transforming the motel landscape in S. Korea, dispelling their taboo and creating a new genre of …
South Korean Crypto Exchange Coinone Eyes Indonesian Expansion
Amid regulatory uncertainty at home and high growth potential overseas, South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Coinone announces its expansion into Indonesia. …
Interview: Lim Jung-wook, Startup Alliance
South Korean startup guru Lim Jung-wook of Startup Alliance tells KÉ Business about the latest trends on the local startup …