Pharmaresearch Launches 'Rejuran Scalp Line' for Scalp Care Pharmaresearch announced on June 8 that it has launched two products in its 'Rejuran Synergy Booster Hair Line' aimed at scalp health management. The new products include the 'Rejuran Synergy Hair Booster' for medical clinics and the 'Rejuran Scalp Ampoule' for home care. The line is designed to create a healthy scalp environment with the hair booster during clinical treatments, while the scalp ampoule provides a home care routine. The Rejuran Synergy Hair Booster is a clinic-use scalp June 8, 2026

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Emphasizes Need for More Memory in 2027 Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, met with leaders of major South Korean companies including SK, LG, and Naver for a pork belly gathering during his visit to Korea.During the dinner on June 5 at a restaurant near Hongdae, Huang explained to reporters, "I came to Korea to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our partners this year and to express my gratitude." He added that this year's success is just the beginning, predicting even more significant growth in 2027.This Week's Launch of Four New Pro June 8, 2026

Daewon Pharmaceutical Shares Surge on Obesity Treatment Drug Hopes In a market where most KOSPI stocks are experiencing sharp declines, Daewon Pharmaceutical is seeing a significant rise. This surge is attributed to optimism surrounding the development of a next-generation obesity treatment. As of 2:10 PM on June 8, Daewon Pharmaceutical shares were trading at 13,450 won, up 2,210 won (19.66%) from the previous trading day. The stock had already reached its daily limit on June 5 and is now approaching a 20% increase. The strong performance is believed to be dr June 8, 2026

SK Telecom Shares Rise on Nvidia AI Partnership News As the domestic stock market experiences a downturn due to the "Broadcom Shock" from the U.S., SK Telecom is seeing a rise in its shares following news of its collaboration with Nvidia on artificial intelligence (AI). According to the Korea Exchange, SK Telecom's stock was trading at 110,200 won, up 3,800 won (3.57%) as of 2:12 p.m. on June 8. The stock opened at 106,400 won but surged to as high as 117,000 won during the trading session, reflecting a significant increase. Despite a gene June 8, 2026

Nvidia Ranked First in WSJ's 'Best Companies for the Future' List Nvidia has been ranked first in the Wall Street Journal's inaugural list of 'Best Companies for the Future.' The list highlights companies excelling in artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors and includes several big tech firms in the top spots. On June 7, the WSJ reported that Nvidia topped the '2026 Best Companies for the Future' ranking, which evaluated S&P 500 companies. Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, and Cisco Systems secured the second to fifth positions, respectively. The June 8, 2026

SK Networks Hits Upper Limit on AI Collaboration Hopes with Nvidia SK Networks has reached its upper limit on the stock market amid rising expectations for expanded artificial intelligence (AI) collaboration between SK Group and Nvidia. According to the Korea Exchange, as of 2:09 PM, SK Networks was trading at 14,170 won, up 3,270 won (30.00%) from the previous trading day. This surge in stock price is attributed to the official announcement of expanded AI collaboration between SK Group and Nvidia. SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and Nvidia CEO Jensen Hu June 8, 2026

Democratic Party Calls for National Investigation into Voting Paper Shortage The Democratic Party submitted a request for a national investigation on June 8 into the voting paper shortage that occurred at some polling stations during the June 3 local elections. They specifically rejected claims from the ruling People Power Party that the presidential office should also be included in the investigation, urging against politicizing the issue. Cheon Jun-ho, the party's floor leader, along with policy chief Kim Han-kyu and spokesperson Lee Joo-hee, visited the Nationa June 8, 2026

Seoul Seeks Citizen Nominations for 30-Year-Old Restaurants Seoul is revamping its 'Taste of Seoul' map by identifying neighborhood restaurants that have been in business for over 30 years. The initiative aims to promote the rich flavors and stories of these establishments as tourism content. On June 8, the city announced that it will accept nominations for the '2026 Long-Standing Restaurants Candidate Event' until June 28. The focus is on eateries in Gwangjin, Dongdaemun, Seongdong, and Jungnang districts that have been operating for over three June 8, 2026

K-Beauty's Rise: From Trend to National Strategic Industry The influence of the Korean Wave is reshaping the status of Korean consumer goods globally, with cosmetics standing out as a leading sector. K-Beauty has evolved beyond a fleeting trend or cultural phenomenon, establishing itself as a key export industry that showcases Korea's technological prowess and brand competitiveness in the global market. According to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, cosmetic exports reached $1.18 billion in May, marking the highest figure for that month June 8, 2026

Xi Jinping Visits North Korea for First Time in Seven Years Xi Jinping, the President of China, arrived in Pyongyang on June 8 for a two-day state visit, marking the first visit by a Chinese leader to North Korea in seven years. State-run China Central Television (CCTV) reported that Xi arrived around noon local time. During his visit, he is expected to hold talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to discuss strengthening North Korea-China relations, economic cooperation, and the situation on the Korean Peninsula. This marks the first face-to- June 8, 2026