Toss Waives Payment Fees for Small Businesses During Chuseok Holiday Toss will fully support payment fees for online small merchants during the Chuseok holiday period.Toss's operator, Viva Republica, announced on September 18 that it will waive Toss Pay transaction fees for online small merchants from September 21 to 27.The support applies to transactions made using Toss Pay money or accounts at online small merchants during this period. The fee waiver will be automatically applied without a separate application process, and any fees incurred by merchants will be September 18, 2026

Telecom Companies Advance Payments to Partners Ahead of Chuseok Telecom companies SK Telecom, KT, and LG Uplus will make early payments to their partners ahead of the Chuseok holiday. On September 18, the three companies announced this decision to support stable business operations and alleviate financial burdens for their partners. SK Telecom will pay 131.8 billion won to over 200 partners and more than 250 distribution networks. The company also operates a 'Payment Prompt' program, which ensures that small partners receive 100% of their transaction paymen September 18, 2026

Court Rules Yoon Suk Yeol's Coup Case Ruling Must Disclose Names The court has ruled that the names and positions of individuals involved in the emergency martial law case against Yoon Suk Yeol must be disclosed.On September 17, the 7th Administrative Division of the Seoul Administrative Court, led by Chief Judge Kang Woo-chan, ruled in favor of the People's Solidarity for Participatory Democracy in a lawsuit against the head of the Seoul Central District Court regarding the refusal to disclose information.Earlier, on February 19, the Seoul Central District C September 18, 2026

Capital Markets Must Shift to 'Productive Finance' to Support Long-Term Growth There are calls to expand the role of capital markets to facilitate the transition to 'productive finance,' which aims to supply long-term growth capital to innovative companies and strategic industries. Advocates argue for enhanced tax incentives for long-term investments and the creation of an environment that encourages the flow of long-term funds into innovative firms such as those listed on the KOSDAQ.Kim Se-wan, head of the Capital Market Research Institute, stated at the 29th anniversary September 18, 2026

Genians Named Outstanding IR Company at 2026 Korea IR Awards Cybersecurity firm Genians announced on September 18 that it was named an Outstanding IR Company in the KOSDAQ market at the 2026 Korea IR Awards held at the Korea Exchange in Yeouido, Seoul.The Korea IR Awards recognize companies and IR professionals that contribute to the mutual interests of businesses, shareholders, and investors through proactive IR activities, awarding ten outstanding companies from both the KOSDAQ and KOSPI markets.This marks Genians' second consecutive year receiving the September 18, 2026

President Lee's Approval Rating Hits Record Low at 37% President Lee Jae-myung's job approval rating has dropped to a record low of 37%, according to a survey released on September 18. Negative evaluations have risen to 56%, the highest level since he took office.The survey conducted by Gallup Korea from September 15 to 17 among 1,002 eligible voters aged 18 and older found that 37% believe President Lee is performing well, while 56% think he is not. Seven percent of respondents were undecided.Compared to last week's survey, the approval rating fell September 18, 2026

Telecom Companies Launch iPhone 18 Pro Series with Up to 450,000 Won Subsidy The three major telecom companies in South Korea—SK Telecom, KT, and LG Uplus—have officially launched the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, with a notable demand for the Pro models.On September 18, the telecom companies began activating pre-orders for customers who reserved the devices, and sales are now available through official online stores and physical locations nationwide.According to the telecom companies, demand was concentrated on the high-end Pro models during the pre-order period. Among the September 18, 2026

Pacific Law Firm and Reed Smith Conclude Seminar on Semiconductor Export Controls The Export Control Response Center of Pacific Law Firm (BKL) announced on September 18 that it successfully concluded a seminar on "Semiconductor Export Control Issues and Corporate Response Strategies in Korea and the U.S." in collaboration with global law firm Reed Smith LLP on September 17.Over 100 representatives from major domestic and international semiconductor companies and related organizations attended the seminar, reflecting significant interest. As semiconductor export controls have September 18, 2026

Jesus: The Revolutionary of Love Many individuals have changed the course of human history. There were kings who built empires, generals who conquered continents, philosophers who established new ideas, and scientists who transformed the world. However, it is rare for a person without an army, territory, wealth, or power to continue influencing the lives and civilizations of billions of people for 2,000 years after their death.That person is Jesus of Nazareth.He was not an emperor. He did not command an army, nor did he leave b September 18, 2026

Hana Financial Group Partners with ADGM and Hanwha Asset Management to Build Digital Asset Infrastructure Hana Financial Group is collaborating with the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and Hanwha Asset Management to establish digital financial infrastructure, including stablecoins and cross-border payment and remittance services.On September 18, Hana Financial Group announced that it had signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MOU) with ADGM and Hanwha Asset Management to cooperate on stablecoin initiatives and cross-border financial infrastructure between South Korea and Abu Dhabi.The signi September 18, 2026