Choi Chang-hoon: Architect of Mirae Asset's Global Investment Empire Financial entrepreneurship is not merely about managing money; it stems from the spirit of challenge that involves reading future capital flows and pioneering new markets. Choi Chang-hoon, Vice Chairman of Mirae Asset Global Investments, is recognized as the most successful alternative investment expert in South Korea and a key architect in building a global asset management platform.He opened the era of real estate funds in South Korea, pioneered overseas real estate and infrastructure investme June 5, 2026

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Meets with eSports Star Faker in Seoul Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, is set to visit South Korea on June 5, where he will meet with key figures from major domestic companies and experience aspects of Korean culture, including PC bangs, samgyeopsal, and baseball.According to NVIDIA and the IT industry, Huang is expected to arrive at Gimpo International Airport around 1 p.m. local time, where he will briefly share his impressions upon arrival and participate in a Q&A session.His first stop in Korea is reportedly a PC bang operated by th June 5, 2026

June Mock Exam Concludes, College Admissions Golden Time Begins The June mock exam, a precursor to the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), has concluded, marking the beginning of serious college admissions strategy planning for students. This mock exam, organized by the Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation, serves as a benchmark for assessing the difficulty and trends of the actual CSAT, drawing significant attention from students as it influences their approach to both early and regular admissions. According to reports from the edu June 5, 2026

KB Kookmin Bank Launches 'KB Veterans Benefit Remittance Check' Service with No Fees KB Kookmin Bank announced on June 5 that it will launch the 'KB Veterans Benefit Remittance Check' service in honor of National Defense and Veterans Month.This service is designed to assist veterans living abroad who do not have local bank accounts, allowing them to receive and use foreign currency remittance checks directly.The Ministry of Veterans Affairs plans to transition to a remittance payment method for veterans living overseas starting in 2027 to enhance the convenience of benefit rece June 5, 2026

South Korea Promotes Economic Growth to European Investors in Paris The South Korean government held an investment briefing in Paris on June 4, aimed at promoting the country's economic growth and capital market reforms to key European investors. Attendees expressed strong interest, noting that they already view the South Korean market as a "core market" on par with the U.S. and Europe. The Ministry of Finance announced that Deputy Minister Heo Jang hosted the briefing, which included senior executives from major French investment firms such as Amundi, BN June 5, 2026

Proponents of Chinhang Demand Resignation of Leader Jang Dong-hyuk After Election Loss People Power Party lawmakers aligned with the Chinhang faction called on Jang Dong-hyuk to take responsibility for the results of the June 3 local elections and resign.Woo Jae-jun, a senior member of the party, stated on YTN Radio's "Jang Seong-cheol's News Myungdang" that while many candidates lost, the overall results were slightly better than initially feared. He noted, "Although we have a score of 12 to 4, there were also more victories in local government positions, and we narrowly lost in June 5, 2026

Travel Industry Shifts to Themed Experiences Amid Changing Consumer Preferences Domestic travel agencies are significantly enhancing their lineup of "themed and experiential" products to cater to the diversifying preferences of consumers. Moving away from traditional package tours that merely skim popular tourist spots, the industry is now focusing on journeys that fulfill specific interests in art, cuisine, and sports. ◆ Japan's Small Towns Rise as Art and Culinary Destinations The most notable change is occurring in Japan, a key market for short-haul overseas travel June 5, 2026

Goldman Sachs Projects SpaceX AI Revenue to Surge 100-Fold by 2030 Goldman Sachs has projected that SpaceX's artificial intelligence (AI) revenue will increase nearly 100-fold by 2030, ahead of the company's anticipated initial public offering (IPO) next week. According to the Financial Times on June 4, Goldman Sachs, the lead underwriter for SpaceX's IPO, forecasts that the company's AI revenue will rise from $3.2 billion in 2025 to approximately $322 billion by 2030. The overall revenue for SpaceX is also expected to grow from $18.7 billion in 2025 t June 5, 2026

Ruling Party Faces Internal Strife After Local Election Wins and Seoul Loss The Democratic Party achieved a significant victory in the June 3 local elections, winning 12 out of 16 regional leadership positions. However, the party's failure to reclaim the crucial Seoul mayoralty has sparked discussions among some lawmakers about accountability within the leadership. With the party's national convention approaching in August, competition for future leadership roles is intensifying. Park Soo-hyun, the newly elected governor of Chungcheongnam-do and a former party sp June 5, 2026

[Video] Police Clash with Citizens Over Voting Issues in Seoul The aftermath of the "ballot shortage" incident during the June 3 local elections continues to unfold. Tensions escalated as clashes between citizens protesting at polling stations in Songpa District, Seoul, and police were widely shared online, sparking controversy. On June 5, images and videos reportedly taken near the second polling station in Jamsil 7-dong circulated on social media. The footage shows police engaging in physical confrontations with some residents, including a sh June 5, 2026