Coupang CEO resigns over data breach; US parent firm names interim chief

By Hong Seung-wan Posted : December 10, 2025, 16:46 Updated : December 10, 2025, 16:46
Coupang CEO Park Dae-jun listens to reporters' questions in Seoul.
Former Coupang CEO Park Dae-jun/ Yonhap


SEOUL, December 10 (AJP) - Coupang said on Thursday that CEO Park Dae-jun has resigned following a major data breach, taking responsibility for the incident and its fallout.

The e-commerce firm said Park apologized for disappointing customers and the public, and cited a sense of accountability in stepping down.
 

Harold Rogers
Harold Rogers, interim CEO of Coupang/ Courtesy of Coupang


The company’s U.S.-based parent, Coupang Inc., appointed Harold Rogers as interim CEO. Rogers, a legal and compliance specialist, has held senior positions at global companies and international law firms, including Sidley Austin and Millicom.

Rogers said his immediate priorities would be to address customer concerns and stabilize operations.

* This article, published by Aju Business Daily, was translated by AI and edited by AJP.

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