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  • An Byeong-hun Achieves Best Finish by Korean Player at LIV Golf New York
    An Byeong-hun Achieves Best Finish by Korean Player at LIV Golf New York An Byeong-hun has set a new record for the best finish by a Korean player at LIV Golf this season.On August 10, in the final round of the LIV Golf New York tournament held at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, An recorded five birdies and three bogeys for a score of 2-under 69.With a total score of 7-under 277, An finished in 5th place, earning $800,000 (approximately 1.13 billion won).Having transitioned to LIV Golf this year after competing on the PGA Tour, An has been on an upward trajectory. He achieved a historic top 10 finish as the first Korean player in February at the opening event in Riyadh, followed by two consecutive 11th place finishes in recent tournaments. This event marks his personal best finish and the first top 5 finish for a Korean player.Song Young-han finished tied for 9th with a total score of 4-under 280, earning $432,550 (approximately 610 million won). Previously, his best finish was tied for 12th at the Busan tournament in May, making this his first top 10 finish.This is the first time two Korean players have simultaneously placed in the top 10 at LIV Golf.Moon Do-yeop finished tied for 45th with a total score of 10-over 294, while Kim Min-kyu ended in 47th place with a total score of 11-over 295.The Korean Golf Club recorded a total score of 10-over par in the team event, finishing tied for 5th among 13 teams. The prize money of $625,000 (approximately 880 million won) will be shared among the four players.The team event was won by Crushers GC, which finished with a score of 6-over par.The individual championship trophy went to Joaquín Niemann of Chile, who achieved a wire-to-wire victory with a total score of 16-under 268. This marks his second win of the season and his ninth career victory at LIV Golf, with a prize of $4 million (approximately 56.4 billion won).* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:32:20
  • An Byeong-hun Achieves Best Finish by Korean Player at LIV Golf New York
    An Byeong-hun Achieves Best Finish by Korean Player at LIV Golf New York An Byeong-hun has set a new record for the best finish by a Korean player at LIV Golf this season.On August 10, in the final round of the LIV Golf New York tournament held at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, An recorded five birdies and three bogeys for a 2-under 69.With a total score of 7-under 277, An finished in fifth place, earning $800,000 (approximately 1.13 billion won).Having transitioned to LIV Golf this year after competing on the PGA Tour, An has been on an upward trajectory. He achieved a historic top-10 finish as the first Korean player in February at the season opener in Riyadh, followed by two consecutive 11th-place finishes in recent tournaments. This latest event marks his personal best and the first top-five finish for a Korean player.Song Young-han tied for ninth place with a total score of 4-under 280, earning $432,550 (approximately 610 million won). Previously, his best finish was a tie for 12th place at the tournament in Busan in May, making this his first top-10 finish.This is the first time two Korean players have simultaneously finished in the top 10 at LIV Golf.Moon Do-yeop finished in a tie for 45th with a total score of 10-over 294, while Kim Min-kyu placed 47th with a total of 11-over 295.The Korean Golf Club recorded a total score of 10-over par, finishing in a tie for fifth among 13 teams. The prize money of $625,000 (approximately 880 million won) will be shared among the four players.The team title was claimed by Crushers GC, which finished with a score of 6-over par.The individual championship trophy went to Joaquín Niemann of Chile, who achieved a wire-to-wire victory with a total score of 16-under 268. This marks his second win of the season and his ninth overall in LIV Golf, with a prize of $4 million (approximately 56.4 billion won).* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:32:00
  • Xgate Becomes First in Industry to Obtain SSL Visibility Security Certification
    Xgate Becomes First in Industry to Obtain SSL Visibility Security Certification Network security company Xgate has become the first in the industry to obtain a security function certification in the field of 'SSL visibility,' marking its entry into the public security market. The company plans to expand its presence in the SSL visibility market based on its accumulated technology and customer base from existing firewall and network security businesses.Xgate announced on August 10 that its SSL visibility solution, 'SSL INSIDE,' has received the industry's first security function certification in the 'SSL visibility' field from the National Intelligence Service (NIS).This certification is the first issued based on the newly established evaluation criteria for 'SSL visibility products' in the revised 'National Security Requirements V3.0' released in February.Previously, public institutions were required to undergo separate security suitability verification procedures to introduce SSL visibility equipment. With this certification, public customers can now more quickly implement security solutions that have already passed technical verification, according to the company.Xgate emphasizes the significance of this certification as it validates the security and stability of SSL INSIDE. With a foundation to meet the security requirements of the government and public institutions, the company plans to expand its SSL visibility business in the public security market.An Xgate representative stated, 'Xgate SSL INSIDE is a solution that supports customers in effectively inspecting encrypted traffic while utilizing their existing security infrastructure. With this certification, we will actively respond to the strengthening security standards of public institutions and continuously enhance the competitiveness of our SSL visibility technology and products.'Xgate also plans to expand its sales and marketing activities targeting public, financial, and corporate customers alongside the enhancement of SSL INSIDE's capabilities.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:28:00
  • Song Young-gil: Jeong Cheong-raes Self-Politics Creates Conflict with the Party
    Song Young-gil: Jeong Cheong-rae's Self-Politics Creates Conflict with the Party Song Young-gil, a candidate for the leadership of the Democratic Party, stated on August 10 that "the core of the conflict between the party and the government is Jeong Cheong-rae's self-politics," urging Jeong to withdraw from the party convention to ensure the success of the Lee Jae-myung administration. He also suggested that candidates should consider issuing a joint statement opposing Shincheonji's involvement in the party convention to address allegations surrounding the group.During an appearance on the YouTube channel "Kim Eo-jun's Humility is Difficult News Factory," Song remarked, "While different leadership styles are needed at various times, we do not need Jeong Cheong-rae's self-serving leadership now. Why is a candidate with a poor relationship with President Lee seeking re-election?"Song specifically claimed that if Jeong were to win the party leadership in this convention, it would lead to a lame duck situation for President Lee, stating, "Isn't it true that figures from the People Power Party, such as Representative Jang Dong-hyuk and lawmakers Kwon Young-se and Ahn Cheol-soo, support Jeong because they want President Lee to become a lame duck?"Regarding the allegations raised by candidate Kim Min-seok about Shincheonji, Song acknowledged, "There are suspicions that they may not have refrained from approaching the Democratic Party," but added, "All candidates should oppose Shincheonji's involvement through a joint statement and discuss follow-up measures after the investigation results are announced by the joint investigation headquarters."Furthermore, Song explained his motivation for running for party leadership, stating, "We must protect Lee Jae-myung, the second Roh Moo-hyun," and emphasized the need for a competent party leader to present the right policy direction to President Lee.He expressed a sense of urgency, saying, "I decided to run with the determination to complement the shortcomings of the Lee Jae-myung administration and make it a successful government," and stressed, "Now is the time for judicial reform after completing prosecutorial reform. It is time to impeach Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae," adding that if he becomes party leader, he would convene a general meeting to vote on the impeachment motion against Cho.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:24:00
  • Mobile EV Charging Service to Expand by September
    Mobile EV Charging Service to Expand by September Chabi, an operator of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, announced on August 10 that it will extend the operation period of the 'Mobile Electric Vehicle Charging Service' project, promoted by the Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment, until September 30.The mobile electric vehicle charging service involves a 1-ton truck equipped with an energy storage system (ESS) and a fast charger that travels directly to locations where charging is needed. Users can request the service via mobile or PC, and the nearest charging vehicle will be dispatched to assist.The Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment has divided the mobile electric vehicle charging service project into five regions, operating a total of 151 mobile charging facilities as of May. Among these, Chabi is responsible for operations in the Gyeongsang, Daegu, Busan, and Ulsan regions, deploying a total of 38 mobile charging vehicles.From February 11 to May 11, Chabi reported that 677 electric vehicles utilized the service, resulting in a cumulative charging amount of 13,354.38 kWh. Charging requests were relatively concentrated between 1 PM and 3 PM. On May 21, the service handled 28 charging requests in one day, supplying 535.59 kWh of electricity.With this extension, Chabi plans to respond to the increased demand for electric vehicle travel during the vacation season while expanding the application of mobile charging services, particularly in areas where establishing fixed charging facilities is challenging.Chabi CEO Choi Young-hoon stated, "The mobile charging service is establishing itself as a new alternative that complements existing charging infrastructure and alleviates inconveniences for electric vehicle users."In the first quarter of this year, Chabi recorded consolidated revenue of 20.7 billion won, marking a 21% increase compared to the same period last year. Revenue from the charging service business rose by 13% to 13.9 billion won. 2026-08-10 09:20:00
  • Editorial: Koreas football association scandal crosses the line
    Editorial: Korea's football association scandal crosses the line The controversy surrounding the Korea Football Association has moved from damaging to deeply troubling. After disputes over the selection of the national team coach and the unprecedented police raid on the association, allegations have now emerged that foreign referees and match officials were provided sexual services around international matches in South Korea. According to reports citing a 2016 audit by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, around 10 foreign referees and match supervisors were taken to massage parlors before or after seven matches held in South Korea in 2011 and 2012, with some of the expenses allegedly paid using KFA corporate credit cards. Japan’s Kyodo News reported Sunday that the Japan Football Association has opened an investigation into four Japanese referees linked to the allegations and intends to make its findings public. Two of the four Japanese officials who worked a 2012 World Cup Asian qualifier between South Korea and Kuwait were reportedly among those who received massages. South Korea won the match 2-0 to advance to the final qualifying round. That result, and South Korea’s broader record of five wins and two draws in the seven matches concerned, inevitably invite questions. But those numbers alone do not constitute evidence that any match was manipulated or that refereeing decisions were influenced. There is, at present, no established basis for making such a claim. The central problem is not whether South Korea won those games because of improper officiating. It is that an organization responsible for protecting the integrity of football allegedly placed referees and match officials in situations that compromised — or at the very least appeared to compromise — their independence. Referees are among the people entrusted with guaranteeing that a match is fair. Providing them with inappropriate entertainment is therefore fundamentally different from ordinary corporate hospitality. Even if no decision on the field was affected, the conduct itself creates a conflict that should never have existed. And once that line is crossed, legitimate victories and properly conducted matches become vulnerable to suspicion through no fault of the players who earned them. The KFA issued an apology on Aug. 8, saying it had not been aware of the incidents, which occurred more than a decade ago, and stressing that tighter internal controls and corporate-card rules are now in place. It is important to explain what has changed. But saying the events happened long ago cannot be the end of the matter. The association must establish who arranged the entertainment, who authorized or knew about the spending, how corporate cards came to be used and whether anyone inside the organization raised objections at the time. If records remain available, they should be examined and disclosed as far as legally possible. The KFA’s credibility is particularly fragile because this is not an isolated controversy. Questions over the fairness and transparency of the national team coach selection process have already damaged confidence in the association and led to a police search. The alleged referee entertainment occurred years earlier and is separate in both timing and substance, but repeated controversies inevitably raise broader questions about governance and internal controls. That is why the response cannot stop with another apology. The KFA runs South Korea’s national teams and represents Korean football abroad. It demands discipline, fair play and compliance from players, coaches and referees. An institution with that role should hold itself to an even higher standard. If the body responsible for protecting fairness is itself accused of behavior that undermines confidence in that fairness, expressions of regret will not restore trust. The association should conduct a full review of the episode and accept independent scrutiny if its own investigation cannot establish the facts credibly. Corporate-card records, policies governing the treatment of international match officials and the organizational chain of responsibility should be examined. Japan’s decision to investigate its own referees makes transparency even more important. What might once have been treated as an old internal embarrassment has become an international integrity issue involving another national football association. The KFA does not need more carefully worded explanations. It needs facts. Those facts should determine whether rules were broken, who was responsible and what accountability is still possible after so many years. Trust in Korean football is not built only through victories on the pitch. It also depends on whether the institution running the game can demonstrate that the rules and standards it demands from everyone else apply equally to itself. 2026-08-10 09:17:37
  • KOSPI Rises 1.6% on Semiconductor Gains, KOSDAQ Recovers Above 820
    KOSPI Rises 1.6% on Semiconductor Gains, KOSDAQ Recovers Above 820 The KOSPI and KOSDAQ are showing strong gains in early trading. The KOSPI has recovered above 6,300 points, driven by increases in major semiconductor stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, while the KOSDAQ has risen to 820.87, aiming to maintain that level.According to the Korea Exchange, as of 9:10 a.m., the KOSPI is trading at 6,361.08, up 102.31 points (1.63%) from the previous trading day. The index opened at 6,306.33, up 47.56 points (0.76%), and has since expanded its gains.Individuals are net buyers of 194.7 billion won worth of stocks, while foreign investors and institutions are net sellers of 156.6 billion won and 43.4 billion won, respectively.Most of the top market capitalization stocks are performing well. Samsung Electronics is up 3.03%, SK Hynix is up 3.23%, SK Square is up 2.88%, Samsung Electro-Mechanics is up 5.63%, Hyundai Motor is up 1.01%, Hanwha Aerospace is up 4.47%, and Samsung Life is up 1.27%. In contrast, LG Energy Solution is down 2.36%, Samsung Biologics is down 1.09%, and KB Financial is down 1.31%.Notably, the strong performance of major semiconductor stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix is driving the index's rise. Samsung Electronics has increased by 3.03% to 238,000 won, while SK Hynix has risen by 3.23% to 1,468,000 won. Samsung Electro-Mechanics has seen an increase of over 5%.At the same time, the KOSDAQ is trading at 815.27, up 16.46 points (2.06%) from the previous trading day. The index opened at 807.66, up 8.85 points (1.11%), and has risen to 820.87 in early trading, attempting to recover above the 820 mark.Individuals are net sellers of 45.6 billion won worth of stocks, while foreign investors and institutions are net buyers of 36.8 billion won and 8.2 billion won, respectively.Most of the top KOSDAQ stocks are also showing upward trends. Alteogen is up 6.72%, EcoPro BM is up 0.28%, Juseong Engineering is up 9.47%, Rino Technology is up 2.74%, HLB is up 2.14%, Wonik IPS is up 7.59%, and Simtech is up 5.82%. Conversely, EcoPro is down 0.06% and Rainbow Robotics is down 0.43%.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:16:10
  • KOSPI Rises 1.6% on Semiconductor Gains, KOSDAQ Recovers Above 820
    KOSPI Rises 1.6% on Semiconductor Gains, KOSDAQ Recovers Above 820 The KOSPI and KOSDAQ are showing strong gains in early trading. The KOSPI has recovered above 6,300 points, driven by increases in major semiconductor stocks such as Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, while the KOSDAQ has risen to 820.87, aiming to maintain that level.According to the Korea Exchange, as of 9:10 a.m., the KOSPI is trading at 6,361.08, up 102.31 points (1.63%) from the previous trading day. The index opened at 6,306.33, up 47.56 points (0.76%), and has since expanded its gains.Individuals are net buying 194.7 billion won worth of stocks, while foreign investors and institutions are net selling 156.6 billion won and 43.4 billion won, respectively.Most of the top market capitalization stocks are performing well. Samsung Electronics is up 3.03%, SK Hynix is up 3.23%, SK Square is up 2.88%, Samsung Electro-Mechanics is up 5.63%, Hyundai Motor is up 1.01%, Hanwha Aerospace is up 4.47%, and Samsung Life is up 1.27%. In contrast, LG Energy Solution is down 2.36%, Samsung Biologics is down 1.09%, and KB Financial is down 1.31%.Notably, the strong performance of major semiconductor stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix is leading the index's rise. Samsung Electronics has increased by 3.03% to 238,000 won, while SK Hynix has risen by 3.23% to 1,468,000 won. Samsung Electro-Mechanics has surged by over 5%.At the same time, the KOSDAQ is trading at 815.27, up 16.46 points (2.06%) from the previous trading day. The index opened at 807.66, up 8.85 points (1.11%), and has climbed to 820.87 in early trading, attempting to recover above 820.Individuals are net selling 45.6 billion won worth of stocks, while foreign investors and institutions are net buying 36.8 billion won and 8.2 billion won, respectively.Most of the top KOSDAQ stocks are also showing upward trends. Alteogen is up 6.72%, EcoPro BM is up 0.28%, Juseong Engineering is up 9.47%, Rino Technology is up 2.74%, HLB is up 2.14%, Wonik IPS is up 7.59%, and Simtech is up 5.82%. Conversely, EcoPro is down 0.06% and Rainbow Robotics is down 0.43%.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:16:00
  • LX Semicon Supplies Vehicle MCUs to Hyundai and Kia, Marking First Domestic Success
    LX Semicon Supplies Vehicle MCUs to Hyundai and Kia, Marking First Domestic Success LX Semicon announced on August 10 that it will supply its vehicle microcontroller (MCU) 'LX61101' to Hyundai Motor and Kia.This motor control device represents the first achievement as LX Semicon diversifies its business structure from display semiconductors (DDI) to automotive semiconductors. It is significant as it is the first domestically produced motor control semiconductor to be installed in Hyundai and Kia vehicles.The LX61101 is a key system semiconductor that controls motor speed, position, rotation direction, and torque in real-time for automotive body electrical systems. It is based on a 40 megahertz (MHz) ARM Cortex-M3 core, featuring a compact design and high efficiency. It will be used in vehicle window safety devices and aerodynamic control systems.The application of this technology will expand to models produced by Hyundai and Kia starting in the second half of this year.Since 2022, LX Semicon has been developing its vehicle MCU business as a future growth pillar, leveraging its expertise in consumer electronics MCU technology. After being selected as a partner by Hyundai and Kia in April 2023, the company met automotive semiconductor reliability standards (AEC-Q100) and functional safety regulations (ISO 26262) through approximately three years of development.Domestic companies participated in the entire supply chain, from design to foundry and post-processing, establishing a foundation for domestic MCU supply. This is a result of organic collaboration among domestic fabless companies, automakers, and the semiconductor ecosystem.A representative from LX Semicon stated, "In the medium to long term, we will expand our product range beyond control to include communication, drive, sensor, and power applications, securing growth momentum for the company and broadening the base of the domestic semiconductor industry."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:08:00
  • Eastar Jet Introduces AI-Based Turbulence Prediction System
    Eastar Jet Introduces AI-Based Turbulence Prediction System Eastar Jet announced the launch of its AI-based turbulence prediction system, called the 'Turbulence Map,' on August 10, aimed at enhancing flight safety.The Turbulence Map is a system developed in-house by Eastar Jet, tailored to the unique needs of flight attendants who require quick situational assessments. It selectively displays only the turbulence information necessary for flight operations.Previously, the airline relied on external weather information systems to analyze turbulence, but these systems provided broad data that limited precise turbulence predictions along specific flight routes. Additionally, the information was displayed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and was complex to use, making it difficult to quickly assess.With the new Turbulence Map, flight attendants can input the flight number to receive turbulence forecasts based on Korea Standard Time (KST), allowing them to easily identify risk areas, expected timing, and intensity.Using the Turbulence Map, cabin crew can proactively take necessary safety measures, such as pausing in-flight service, organizing the cabin, or advising passengers to fasten their seatbelts before turbulence occurs.Eastar Jet aims to enhance operational safety and prevent injuries to passengers and crew with the introduction of the Turbulence Map. The airline also plans to continuously analyze data to improve the system and gradually expand its functionalities.An Eastar Jet official stated, "With the implementation of this system, flight attendants can quickly access turbulence information and respond proactively, thereby strengthening flight safety. We will continue to leverage AI and other digital technologies to consistently enhance safety levels."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-10 09:04:00