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Unidentified Foreign Charges of 299,000 Won Raise Concerns Among Card Users Concerns are rising among card users following reports of unidentified foreign charges. On June 9, various online communities, social media platforms, and Naver cafes shared multiple instances of attempted charges amounting to 299,000 won (approximately $210). A reporter received a notification on June 9 regarding an attempted charge from an unknown foreign merchant on a card that had foreign transaction blocking enabled. According to the card issuer, there was an approval attempt for $69.95 (about 95,000 won), but the transaction was blocked before it could be completed. "Sudden Charge of 299,000 Won"... Multiple Users Report Victimization Users have shared their experiences online, with one stating, "A charge of 299,000 won was made on my usual card in the early morning hours," prompting them to freeze their card and report fraudulent use. Others commented, "I only use the free plan, yet a charge of 299,000 won related to ChatGPT appeared," and "It seems my NongHyup card has been compromised." Many users reported similar sudden charges of 299,000 won occurring recently. Some victims claimed that the transaction details included references to OpenAI subscriptions or AI services. However, the actual source and method of these charges require individual verification. "Concerns Following Domestic Data Breaches"... No Confirmed Links Speculation has arisen online connecting these payment attempts to recent data breaches at domestic companies. However, as of now, no official confirmation has been made regarding a direct link between the data breaches and the recent fraudulent charge attempts. Experts advise that, due to the difficulty in pinpointing how card numbers may have been leaked, users should follow guidance from their card issuers and financial institutions rather than relying on unverified speculation. "Could This Be a BIN Attack?" Speculation Emerges Some users have suggested that these incidents may be a result of a so-called BIN attack. This method involves using automated programs to guess card numbers based on a specific card issuer's number system (Bank Identification Number) and then attempting to process transactions. Online discussions have included comments like, "A card that I haven't registered anywhere was charged," and "It seems random charges are occurring from overseas AI sites." However, it remains unverified whether these cases are indeed the result of a BIN attack. "Blocking Foreign Transactions Doesn't Ensure Safety" Some community members argue that even with foreign transaction blocking, approvals can still occur through domestic payment networks, suggesting that simply blocking foreign transactions may not be sufficient. Victims have claimed that the payment processing company, Nice Information Communication, was identified during the transaction process, sharing their inquiries related to this issue. However, these claims are based on individual cases, and it has not been confirmed whether they apply universally to all reported incidents. Users Advise Checking Card Transactions via Account Info Online, users are actively sharing information to prevent further victimization. They recommend checking transaction histories and upcoming charges through 'Account Info,' a public financial service operated jointly by the Financial Payment Agency and financial institutions. Community members have advised, "If you're confused about which cards you hold, it's best to check via Account Info," and "Reports of issues are coming from both check cards and credit cards, so regularly verify your upcoming charges and card statements." Financial industry representatives explain that blocking foreign transaction capabilities on unused cards and activating transaction alert services are effective ways to minimize potential losses. Users should report any suspicious transactions to their card issuer immediately and initiate reissuance procedures. 2026-06-10 09:48:00 -
Anthropic Launches Advanced AI Models Ahead of IPO Anthropic, preparing for its initial public offering (IPO), has unveiled its latest advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models for general users. The models include safety measures to block high-risk queries, while a separate security-verified model will be available only to approved institutions. On June 9, Anthropic launched two new AI models, 'Claude Fable 5' and 'Claude Mythos 5.' Fable 5 is designed for general users, while Mythos 5 will be offered on a limited basis to verified institutions through security collaboration programs like Project Glasswing. Both models utilize the same foundational architecture, differing primarily in their safety features. Fable 5 will not respond directly to queries that could be misused in areas such as cybersecurity or biological and chemical threats; instead, it will refer these queries to the previous top model, Claude Opus 4.8, with users being informed of this process. Queries suspected of attempting unauthorized 'distillation' of competitive AI model functionalities are also included in the restrictions. Anthropic stated that this safety mechanism operates in less than 5% of all sessions on average. While some benign requests may be blocked, the settings are intentionally conservative to ensure a safe launch. Anthropic classified Fable 5 and Mythos 5 as 'Mythos-level' models, which are rated higher than the existing Opus tier. Mythos 5 achieved a score of 78% in the cybersecurity assessment conducted by ExploitBench, surpassing OpenAI's GPT-5.5, which scored 34%, and Anthropic's Opus 4.8, which scored 40%. The previously released Mythos beta model scored 69%. In the doctoral-level knowledge assessment known as 'The Last Exam of Humanity,' Mythos 5 scored 59% without using external tools like web searches or calculators, outperforming the Mythos beta's score of 56.8%. In the terminal environment coding assessment, Terminal-Bench 2.1, it scored 88%, exceeding GPT-5.5's score of 83.4%. In the SWE-Bench Pro, which measures general coding ability, Mythos 5 scored 80.3%, while GPT-5.5 scored 58.6% and Google's Gemini 3.1 Pro scored 54.2%. In the knowledge work assessment GDPval-AA, it achieved a score of 1932, higher than both GPT-5.5 and Gemini 3.1 Pro. Anthropic will retain user data generated by Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for 30 days, which will be used for detecting new attacks and identifying false positives. Fable 5 is available starting today. Until June 22, it will be offered to existing paid subscribers at no additional cost. After that date, separate usage credits will be required. Anthropic plans to reintegrate Fable 5 into the general subscription plan once sufficient server capacity is secured.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:45:00 -
Middle East Tensions Rise as Won-Dollar Exchange Rate Opens at 1,525 Geopolitical risks from the Middle East have resurfaced, causing the won-dollar exchange rate to rise. As of 9:30 a.m. on June 10, the exchange rate for the Korean won against the U.S. dollar was trading at 1,517.4 won. The rate opened at 1,525.0 won, an increase of 12.9 won from the previous trading day. After a significant drop of over 20 won the day before, when the exchange rate briefly fell below 1,510 won due to the foreign exchange authorities' commitment to market stability, it reversed course within a day. Renewed instability in the Middle East is fueling market anxiety. U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested a strong response after claiming that Iran shot down a U.S. military helicopter patrolling the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, U.S. stock markets experienced a correction focused on technology stocks. On June 9, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up 86.10 points (0.17%) at 50,872.11. In contrast, the S&P 500 index fell 19.08 points (0.26%) to close at 7,386.65, and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 250.84 points (0.97%) to finish at 25,678.82. Minkyu Won, an economist at Woori Bank, stated, "Asian markets are facing continued challenges following a sell-off in tech stocks overnight. The domestic market is likely to see an acceleration in foreign capital outflows, which may lead to increased demand for dollars in the foreign exchange market." He added, "As the exchange rate stabilizes around the 1,550 won level, there may be an influx of demand for low-priced purchases in the region, including payments from importers. However, there is also a possibility that dollar selling from exporters and heavy industry, who had been on the sidelines during the rapid rise in exchange rates, could return, which may limit the upper range of the exchange rate." Additionally, the Bank of Korea and the Financial Supervisory Service have begun joint inspections of major foreign exchange banks. The two agencies will check for any market disruption activities during the recent surge in exchange rates and plan to take strict action according to relevant laws if any violations are found.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:45:00 -
Hancom Reaches Early Wage Agreement with 5.8% Salary Increase Hancom has finalized its wage and collective bargaining agreement early this year, resulting in an average salary increase of 5.8%.On June 10, Hancom announced that it had reached a final agreement with the Hancom Labor Union 'Activism' regarding this year's wage negotiations. The company stated that the early consensus was achieved through active communication and mutual trust between the parties.As part of the agreement, Hancom will raise average salaries by 5.8%. Additionally, the company has introduced various measures to improve working conditions, including expanding welfare points and enhancing the annual leave system.Hancom plans to accelerate its new artificial intelligence (AI) business and global expansion based on stable labor-management relations. The company aims to actively pursue the 'Sovereign Agent Operating System (OS)' project, which was unveiled at a strategic presentation in May.The Sovereign Agent OS is a platform designed to securely connect and manage internal corporate data, external AI models, and existing work systems. Hancom intends to develop this as a next-generation growth engine to target the global AI market.Kim Yeon-soo, CEO of Hancom, stated, "The early conclusion of this wage agreement is a result of shared understanding and trust between labor and management regarding the company's future growth direction. We aim to successfully advance our AI initiatives, including the Sovereign Agent OS, based on stable organizational operations and become a global AI company."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:42:00 -
Coupang Joins Samsung Electronics' Thank You Festival, Offers Rocket Installation Benefits Coupang is participating in Samsung Electronics' "Thank You Festival with the People." As of June 10, Coupang announced that it is joining a Samsung Electronics promotion that runs from June 8 to July 5, offering customers a 20% refund in digital Onnuri gift certificates for purchases of Samsung home appliances and mobile products. This initiative aims to boost local economies and support small businesses. Featured products include the Galaxy S26 Ultra, BESPOKE AI Wind-Free Classic Air Conditioner, BESPOKE AI 4-Door Refrigerator, 4K UHD Mini LED TV, and Galaxy Buds4 Pro. Coupang stated that during the event, customers will receive both the Onnuri gift certificate refund and additional price benefits from Coupang. Smartphones and small appliances will be delivered via Coupang's Rocket Delivery service the day after ordering. For larger appliances like air conditioners and refrigerators, professional installation will be provided at no extra cost through the Rocket Installation service. Customers can schedule delivery and installation dates that suit their availability. To receive the Onnuri gift certificate refund, customers must purchase eligible products from Coupang and apply directly on the Samsung website or app by September 30. However, applications can only be made for products delivered by September 5. Eligible participants include South Korean citizens aged 14 and older, as well as foreign residents with identification. Benefits apply to a maximum of two units of the same item. Certain items, including Dayco, Harman, consumables, accessories, as well as overseas direct purchases, parallel imports, and used products, are excluded. Jung Gi-dong, head of Coupang's Electronics and Digital Division, stated, "We hope customers take advantage of the various discounts and Rocket Delivery and Installation services to purchase Samsung Electronics products at reasonable prices." Meanwhile, Coupang is also running a large-scale food discount event, "Rocket Food Festa," for Wow members until June 14, featuring discounts on over 4,000 food items, including fresh and processed foods.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:39:00 -
Police Under Investigation for Failing to Respond to Drunk Driving Report Two police officers are under internal investigation for failing to respond to a report of suspected drunk driving. According to Yonhap News on June 9, the Chungbuk Police Agency is investigating Sergeant A and Officer B from a local police station. The officers received a 112 emergency call on March 29 from a citizen reporting a vehicle suspected of drunk driving but did not respond to the scene. An internal investigation revealed that the two were asleep while on duty at the time of the call. The caller followed the suspected drunk driver and reported to the police again after more than an hour had passed without any response. During a review of the situation by the 112 call center, it was confirmed that the assigned officers had not gone to the scene. As a result, the police were unable to apprehend the vehicle in question, and the driver's actual level of intoxication could not be verified. This incident raises concerns over the police's failure to respond promptly to a report of suspected drunk driving, a serious offense that can lead to significant harm. There is growing interest in understanding why appropriate measures were not taken following the report. The police plan to determine the disciplinary actions and their severity against the two officers after concluding the internal investigation.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:39:00 -
Vance: Iran Nuclear Deal Possible Before November Midterms JD Vance, the U.S. Vice President, stated that a nuclear agreement between the United States and Iran could definitely be reached before the November midterm elections. According to CBS News, Vance said in an interview scheduled to air on CBS's "Sunday Morning" that the U.S. is "very close" to a long-term agreement addressing Iran's nuclear program. Vance expressed confidence, saying, "We feel we are in a position to reach an agreement that is good for the U.S. economically and can effectively address Iran's nuclear program." He added that this agreement would not only deal with the Iranian nuclear issue now or during President Donald Trump's term but would be a long-term solution. He emphasized that the goal of the agreement is to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons for an extended period. Vance stated, "The aim is to be able to say when my children are adults, 'Iran will not have nuclear weapons.' We believe we are very close to achieving that goal," but noted that "there is still work to be done" and additional coordination is needed before negotiations are finalized. Regarding the timing of the agreement, Vance took a cautious stance. He asserted that a deal with Iran is "definitely" possible before the November midterms, but added, "It could happen next week, or it could take several months to finalize." President Donald Trump also previously indicated that negotiations with Iran are nearing completion. On the morning of June 10, Trump mentioned that talks with Iran are in the "final stages" and that an agreement could be reached "within 2 to 3 days." Additionally, Vance disagreed with the notion that Iran is stalling to pressure Trump. He remarked, "I believe Iran's system takes a long time to reach an agreement," and noted that he often receives questions about trusting Iran, stating, "What the President has said is, 'I trust no one.'" He added that he has confidence in Trump's negotiation skills, the administration's negotiating capabilities, and the future implementation provisions that will be established.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:36:00 -
President Lee: June 10 Democratic Uprising and Manse Movement Marked People's Sovereignty President Lee Jae-myung commemorated the 39th anniversary of the June 10 Democratic Uprising and the 100th anniversary of the June 10 Manse Movement, stating, "The strength that achieved our nation's independence and the power that has built and protected democracy all come from the people." He emphasized that the people's sovereignty government will continue to faithfully uphold the will of the true owners of South Korea and further develop democracy. On June 10, President Lee posted a message on Facebook titled, "I will always prioritize the people, the true owners of South Korea." He noted that the June 10 Democratic Uprising and the June 10 Manse Movement, separated by 61 years, may appear as different historical events, but they share a commonality in that they both clearly manifested the sovereignty of the people. "The June 10 Manse Movement in 1926 was a unifying independence movement of our people that transcended ideology, religion, and generations," President Lee said. "Despite oppression and surveillance by Japanese colonial rule, our forebears took to the streets to shout for the independence of Korea and the dignity of our nation, igniting the flames of the independence movement across the country." He added, "Sixty-one years later, the June 10 Democratic Uprising in 1987 was another moment when the people emerged as the subjects of history. Citizens united in a single voice demanding a constitutional amendment for direct presidential elections and the realization of democracy, which enabled South Korea to end military dictatorship and transition to democracy." President Lee emphasized, "On December 3, 2024, our people once again demonstrated the meaning and value of sovereignty by protecting democracy with their bare hands." He concluded, "Our constitution clearly declares that 'all power resides with the people.' I promise to improve the lives of our citizens, ensure their safety, and lead us toward a peaceful and prosperous future."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:33:00 -
SK Shieldus Strengthens AI Security Under CEO Min Gi-sik's Leadership SK Shieldus marked the one-year anniversary of CEO Min Gi-sik's appointment on June 10, unveiling key achievements from the past year and outlining future business directions in response to the era of artificial intelligence (AI). According to SK Shieldus, Min has prioritized customer trust as the core value, driving changes across safety, technology, and organizational structures. With AI transforming operational methods and security environments across industries, the company has focused on enhancing integrated capabilities that encompass both physical and cybersecurity. Upon his appointment, Min identified digital transformation (DX) and technological advancement as major tasks based on an AI-driven service framework. First, SK Shieldus has redefined safety as a central business management issue and strengthened its field-centered safety management system. The company established a safety and health task force under the Chief Safety and Health Officer (CSPO). SK Shieldus is positioning AI as a key driver of future growth, expanding the application of AI technologies across all areas of physical and cybersecurity. In the physical security sector, the company has enhanced customer response capabilities with AI CCTV, which is the first in the private sector to receive TTA certification in South Korea. In cybersecurity, the company is strengthening its threat detection and response systems through AI-based security monitoring platforms like Secudium and MDR. Additionally, it is pursuing research and development of new AI security technologies through its expert group. Building on these changes and innovations, SK Shieldus plans to accelerate preparations for future business. In the physical security sector, the company aims to expand service areas in response to societal changes, including senior care and unmanned stores, aligning with customer expectations for safety, care, and operational convenience. In cybersecurity, it plans to introduce proactive next-generation security operations based on AI security technologies, including the establishment of an Agentic Security Operations Center (SOC). Min Gi-sik stated, "The spread of AI demands fundamental changes in the security industry. In the future, security will expand beyond threat prevention to managing business risks for customers." He added, "SK Shieldus will broaden the role of security based on the accumulated experience in both physical and cybersecurity to meet customer needs."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:33:00 -
KakaoBank Surpasses 5 Million Users for AI Chat Service KakaoBank's AI-based financial services continue to grow rapidly. The company’s conversational AI service, the first of its kind in the financial sector, has established itself as a key customer touchpoint, driving the popularization of financial AI. On June 10, KakaoBank announced that the number of users for its conversational AI service has surpassed 5 million within just one year of its launch. Since introducing the 'AI Search' service in May of last year, KakaoBank has enhanced its offerings with the 'KakaoBank AI,' integrating various functions such as financial calculations, account transfers, and financial information inquiries. The AI Search allows users to ask questions in everyday language and receive answers from the AI. KakaoBank has differentiated itself by being the first in the domestic financial sector to introduce AI-based transfer services and group account features. The pace of user growth has been impressive. The service reached 1 million users just three months after its launch, 2 million within six months, and surpassed 3 million in eight months. This translates to approximately 10 new users experiencing the service every minute. The enhancement of service competitiveness has also supported user growth. In April, KakaoBank revamped its AI system, adding features for investment information searches and card benefit guidance, which improved response performance. Following the update, the number of customers using the AI service for searching investment information, including stocks and funds, increased more than tenfold on a daily average. KakaoBank plans to expand the application of AI technology not only to customer service but also to all employee tasks. In the second half of the year, the bank aims to enhance personalized services, including tailored conversational features for individual customers. A KakaoBank representative stated, "We are increasing accessibility so that young people and the elderly, who may lack financial knowledge, can use financial services more easily with AI. We will continue to provide differentiated financial experiences through innovations based on AI technology."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-06-10 09:30:00