KB Kookmin Bank Utilizes JP Morgan's Blockchain Network to Accelerate Export and Import Payments KB Kookmin Bank is set to launch an overseas payment service for export and import companies utilizing a blockchain payment network. This initiative aims to reduce payment times for businesses dealing with countries across significant time zones, such as the United States and the Middle East, and to enhance the speed of trade payment recovery.On July 26, KB Kookmin Bank announced that it will introduce a payment service for export and import companies linked to JP Morgan's blockchain division, K July 26, 2026

Hanwha Life Launches Customer Panel to Enhance Insurance Services 한화생명이 고객 의견을 상품과 서비스 개선에 직접 반영하기 위한 고객패널 제도를 도입했다. 한화생명은 지난 24일 서울 영등포구 63빌딩 본사에서 고객패널 '고객신뢰 플러스 프론티어' 발대식을 개최했다고 26일 밝혔다. 이번 발대식은 고객과의 소통을 강화하고 소비자 중심 경영을 실천하기 위해 마련됐다. 보험 소비자의 실제 경험과 의견을 서비스 개선 과정에 반영하는 '환류 체계'를 구축하겠다는 취지다. 최근 금융소비자보호에 대한 사회적 관심이 높아지고 감독당국의 소비자 중심 경영 요구가 확대되는 July 26, 2026

SK Telecom Supports Startups with Proprietary AI Model API to Expand AI Ecosystem SK Telecom is providing its proprietary AI model-based API to support the development and validation of AI services by domestic startups. This initiative aims to expand the use of its unique AI foundation model (Dopamo) as part of a government-led startup support program.On July 26, SK Telecom announced its participation in the '2026 Everyone's Challenge AX-LLM,' organized by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. This program is designed to assist domestic startups in adopting and utilizing domesti July 26, 2026

Hyundai Sponsors ASEAN Hyundai Cup, Southeast Asia's Largest Football Festival Hyundai Motor Company announced that the ASEAN Hyundai Cup, Southeast Asia's largest football festival, kicked off on July 24 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, at the Morodok Techo National Stadium.Founded in 1996, the tournament has been renamed the ASEAN Hyundai Cup following Hyundai's first participation as a title sponsor this year. It is the most prestigious national football competition in Southeast Asia, held every two years, and in 2024, it recorded a cumulative viewership of over 540 million acr July 26, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 Unveiled with AI Coaching Features On a sunny afternoon in London’s St. James's Park, the area adjacent to Buckingham Palace was bustling with citizens and tourists enjoying the warm weather. The park's lush greenery, swans, and pelicans attracted runners along its scenic paths.I ventured into the park for a running experience, wearing the Galaxy Watch 9, which Samsung unveiled on July 22. Joining me was BullyJuice, a global health creator with 10 million YouTube subscribers.Before starting, I set the running mode on the Galaxy W July 26, 2026

Samsung to Launch AI Glasses Focused on Comfort and Design Samsung Electronics is set to launch artificial intelligence (AI) glasses that prioritize comfort and design. The company aims to create glasses that can be worn all day without discomfort, focusing on minimizing weight and improving balance, heat dissipation, and overall wearability.Choi Jae-in, Vice President and Head of the XR Development Team at Samsung's MX Division, stated during a briefing on July 23 in London that "many companies can create AI glasses, but making a product that people wa July 26, 2026

President Yoon Proposes U.S.-Korea Startup Alliance, Signs MOU with Six VCs President Yoon Suk Yeol proposed expanding U.S.-Korea cooperation beyond security to include technology, innovation, and startups during a meeting with prominent venture capitalists in Silicon Valley. The National Pension Service (NPS) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with six major U.S. VCs to establish a framework for supporting domestic startups in attracting overseas investment and entering the U.S. market.Speaking at the 'Silicon Valley Venture Investment Meetup' on July 25, Yoon July 26, 2026

Hanwha Ocean Secures Global Certification for Standard FPSO Targeting South America and West Africa Hanwha Ocean has obtained global certification for a standard model of offshore plants aimed at the South American market.According to industry sources, Hanwha Ocean received Basic Design Review (BDR) certification from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for its 'Standard Floating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Basic Design (FEED).' It also secured Approval in Principle (AIP) from the Norwegian classification society DNV.The certified model is expected to be applied in upcoming lar July 26, 2026

KAMA Reports Strong Recovery in Domestic Auto Sales Driven by Imported Electric Vehicles The automotive market in South Korea is expected to see domestic sales surpassing 1.7 million units this year, driven by the impact of new car models, despite concerns over a slowdown in exports. This marks the first time since 2023 that domestic sales have exceeded 1.7 million units.According to the Korea Automobile Mobility Industry Association (KAMA) on July 26, the organization analyzed the first half of 2026's performance in domestic sales, exports, and production, along with projections fo July 26, 2026

Korea's Tidal Flats Achieve Expanded UNESCO World Heritage Status Heo Min, the head of the Cultural Heritage Administration, described the expanded listing of Korea's tidal flats as a "glorious achievement" on July 25.During the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee meeting held at BEXCO in Busan, the second phase of the listing for "Korea's Tidal Flats" was confirmed. Heo expressed hope that this would enhance international solidarity and cooperation to preserve the tidal flats' outstanding universal value.On the same day, participating countries announced the July 26, 2026