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Anne’s royal meet and greet with a robot during South Korea tour

The Princess Royal was said to be extremely interested to talk about AI

The Independent UK

Anne’s royal encounter with humanoid robot on trip to South Korea

The princess, who is on a three-day official visit to the republic, shook hands with the state of the art machine in a lab in the capital Seoul.

Evening Standard

From Financial Advice to Bloodshed: Stock YouTuber Allegedly Knifed by Angry Viewer Who Lost Money Over His Tips

A South Korean stock YouTuber was allegedly stabbed by a viewer who reportedly lost money following his investment advice, prompting an attempted murder investigation by police

International Business Times UK

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"Cadaver Collagen" Injectables Are Made From Donated Human Skin—And They're Booming in South Korea

The science, the ethics, and whether it's coming to the UK.

Marie Claire

Explained: Why SK Hynix ADR premiums soared 50% over South Korean shares and how this reminds market of dotcom bubble

SK Hynix’s ADRs are trading at a more than 50% premium to their South Korea-listed shares just days after their Nasdaq debut, raising comparisons with TSMC’s dot-com-era valuation gap. Analysts attribute the divergence to restricted arbitrage, strong AI-driven demand, and easier access for global investors through US markets.

The Economic Times

Explained: Why South Korea's Kospi jumped 7% despite escalating Middle East tensions

South Korea's benchmark Kospi surged 7% on Wednesday, extending its rally for a second session as softer-than-expected US inflation data and Wall Street gains boosted risk appetite. Optimism over AI memory demand also lifted semiconductor stocks, with Samsung Electronics rising 8%, SK Hynix gaining over 13%, Hanmi Semiconductor soaring 25%,…

The Economic Times

Korea’s AI stock rout is becoming a lesson in leveraged excess

South Korea's AI stock boom is now a cautionary tale of leverage's power. SK Hynix's plunge triggered billions in stock sales, deepening the Kospi's slide. Leveraged products and concentrated index weightings amplified market swings in both directions. This dynamic is now being watched globally as Korea is central to the…

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What SK Hynix's U.S. Debut Reveals About Wall Street's Leveraged ETF Craze

The rapid launch of leveraged funds tied to South Korea's AI chip champion underscores how retail demand has reshaped one of Wall Street's most popular investment products.

International Business Times

King Charles Has Placed "Immense Trust" in One Member of the Royal Family to Carry Out a Major Tour, Says Body Language Expert

Darren Stanton explains why South Koreans have been "overjoyed" to meet the royal.

Marie Claire

South Korea files first criminal case over AI smart glasses exam cheating case

First prosecution over AI-powered glasses follows wave of cheating cases in South Korea

The Independent UK

Princess Anne begins South Korea tour with solemn war memorial tribute

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The Independent UK

Princess Anne lays wreath for fallen British soldiers at Korean War memorial

The Princess Royal visited the expansive United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Busan

The Independent UK

Anne visits South Korea to mark 75th anniversary of Battle of Imjin River

The Princess Royal is carrying out engagements in the republic before heading to Thailand on Thursday on her long-haul overseas tour.

Evening Standard

Japan's Nikkei rallies on bargain-hunting, Kospi recovery

Japan's Nikkei share average rallied on Tuesday, reversing an earlier slide. Bargain-buying and a recovery in South Korea's Kospi supported the market's upward movement. Higher oil prices and central bank policy remained key concerns for investors globally. Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group reached an all-time high, boosting the banking sector. Shiseido…

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Global Market: AI boom turns turbulent as South Korea stocks slide into bear market

South Korea's KOSPI has entered bear market territory after falling about 25% from its late-June record high, following a spectacular AI-driven rally. Reuters said the correction highlights risks from the market's heavy reliance on semiconductor stocks and leveraged retail trading.

The Economic Times

Global Market: South Korea targets AI-led growth, raises 2026 GDP forecast to five-year high; chip stocks in focus

South Korea has raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 3%, the fastest pace in five years, backed by an AI and semiconductor-led investment push. The government's plans to boost chip manufacturing, AI infrastructure and exports are expected to support technology stocks despite inflation and bond yield concerns.

The Economic Times

South Korea's Kospi crashes 5% again, plunges 31% in one month. Is the AI frenzy over?

South Korea's Kospi plunged 5% on Tuesday, extending its two-day decline to nearly 14% and taking the index into bear market territory. The benchmark has fallen over 31% from its June peak after a tech-led rally, though it remains up more than 50% for 2026 overall.

The Economic Times

Global Market Update | SK Hynix set to gain as South Korea eases capital-raising rules

South Korea's ruling party seeks to ease rules for SK Hynix joint ventures. This move aims to attract outside capital for new chip factories. The proposed law change allows subsidiaries to form ventures with investors. SK Hynix needs significant funds for its aggressive chip expansion plans. New ventures must also…

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Stocks Down, US-Iran War Action Up: Stock Market Today

A big week for incoming earnings, inflation and interest rate data and commentary begins with another sell-off in South Korea and a refreshed energy shock.

Barchart

Why Jim Cramer Is Bullish on SK Hynix Stock Now

Jim Cramer is bullish on SK Hynix after its ADR listing.

The Economic Times

SK Hynix plunges after Nasdaq debut as memory chip euphoria cools

Seoul's stock market faced a dramatic nine percent drop, prompting a temporary halt in trading activities. SK Hynix shares plummeted by over fifteen percent, marking their most significant daily decline. This downturn reflects wider losses across South Korea, particularly affecting competing chip manufacturers. Investors are now retracting earlier gains amid…

The Times of India

South Korean sailor found dead near border after North Korea ignored search request

The body of a missing South Korean sailor has been recovered off the east coast, a day after he disappeared during patrol near the de facto maritime border with North Korea, the navy said on Monday.

PC Gamer

'Customer demand will remain higher than our supply capacity even beyond 2030': SK hynix CEO predicts memory supply crisis may run even longer than we feared

What a difference a weekend makes.

Barchart

Stocks Set to Open Lower as SK Hynix Sparks Chip Selloff, U.S. Inflation Data and Big Bank Earnings Awaited

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -0.29%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are down -0.94% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street as chipmakers came under renewed selling pressure following a selloff in their South Korean peers.

France 24

South Korea court sentences ex-president Yoon to two years in illegal polling case

A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in jail Monday after he was found guilty of receiving illegal polling services, local media reported. Yoon is involved in eight legal cases and is currently appealing a life sentence linked to his attempt at leading an…

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