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Samsung Electronics Gets 23.3% of National Growth Fund Approvals… Time to Scrutinize Allocation Criteria

Samsung Electronics was approved for 2 trillion won from the National Growth Fund’s Advanced Strategic Industries Fund, accounting for 23.3% of the approved amount reported in the article. The actual disbursement terms and selection criteria should be examined to determine whether allocating low-interest funds to a company that already holds substantial cash and has received separate policy loans fits the fund’s purpose.

2026.10.094

Tech

Personal Information of About 24,000 KEPCO Employees Exposed; Customer Data Protected in Separate System

The personal information of about 24,000 employees of Korea Electric Power Corporation (한국전력공사; KEPCO) was exposed on an external website. KEPCO said customer information and sensitive data such as resident registration numbers were not leaked, but the cause of the exposure and whether the information was actually accessed or misused have not yet been confirmed.

2026.10.04

Economy

A New Trend in GS25’s Foreign-Customer Sales: North American Customers Reach 30%, Gangwon Sales Surge

Sales to North American customers at GS25 rose 131% in the first eight months of this year compared with the same period last year, making them the fastest-growing foreign customer group. Their share of sales to foreign customers reached a record high of about 30%. The company introduced English promotional materials and cooking and serving instructions at stores popular with foreign tourists, and plans to tailor stores, products and marketing to customer trends in each region.

2026.10.04

Economy

Samsung Electronics Could Post Quarterly Operating Profit of Over 100 Trillion Won, Fueling Debate Over Bonuses and Dividends

Securities analysts expect Samsung Electronics’ third-quarter operating profit to exceed 100 trillion won for the first time. The figure is still an estimate ahead of the company’s preliminary results announcement, and attention is also focused on how bonuses will be allocated and how much the company will pay in cash dividends.

2026.10.04

Economy

Hana Financial Group (하나금융그룹) Holds Opening Event in Front of Cheongna Headquarters, Announces New Hub

Hana Financial Group held an opening event at its Cheongna Headquarters in Cheongna-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon. However, the event announcement alone does not confirm when employees will relocate or the actual scope of the headquarters’ operations.

2026.10.041

Society

Operator of Jeonju’s Waste Facility Seeks Court Protection, Raising Questions Over Who Is in Charge

The company responsible for operating a major waste-processing complex in Jeonju has sought corporate rehabilitation, prompting civic groups to demand that the city explain how the facility will be run and who will bear responsibility. The dispute comes after a fatal 2024 explosion and reported environmental violations.

2026.10.043

Economy

Korean Air and Asiana Hit With $13.5 Million in Penalties Over Merger Conditions

Korean Air and Asiana Airlines were assessed a combined 18.58 billion won in enforcement charges after breaching conditions imposed on their merger. The alleged violations involved exceeding limits on average fares and reducing seat capacity on certain routes.

2026.10.04

Economy

From Unwanted Assets to Long-Term Funding Engines: Why Timing Is Everything in Insurance M&A

After years of failed sales, Korean insurers are drawing interest from financial groups and global investors seeking stable, long-term funds. But a low purchase price is no bargain unless the buyer can manage the insurer’s liabilities, strengthen its capital and invest its money wisely.

2026.10.04

OpenAI Safety Veteran Quits, Warning Its Culture Is ‘Broken’ as AI Risks Grow

David Robinson, who says he helped write safety reports for OpenAI’s major product launches, has resigned after three and a half years, arguing the company’s culture is not equipped to manage increasingly powerful AI. He says the industry needs stronger safety incentives and the careful planning used in high-risk fields such as aviation and nuclear power.

2026.10.04

Economy

Samsung Electronics Could Post Quarterly Operating Profit of Over 100 Trillion Won, Fueling Debate Over Bonuses and Dividends

2026.10.04

Economy

기업

Samsung Electronics Gets 23.3% of National Growth Fund Approvals… Time to Scrutinize Allocation Criteria

Samsung Electronics’ Preliminary Quarterly Operating Profit: 107.4 Trillion Won; Reasons Behind Record Still Undisclosed

Samsung Electronics Forecast to Post 107 Trillion Won in Operating Profit… A Record Driven by Semiconductors, but Final Results Remain Key

Personal Information of About 24,000 KEPCO Employees Exposed; Customer Data Protected in Separate System

A New Trend in GS25’s Foreign-Customer Sales: North American Customers Reach 30%, Gangwon Sales Surge

Samsung Electronics Could Post Quarterly Operating Profit of Over 100 Trillion Won, Fueling Debate Over Bonuses and Dividends

Hana Financial Group (하나금융그룹) Holds Opening Event in Front of Cheongna Headquarters, Announces New Hub

Operator of Jeonju’s Waste Facility Seeks Court Protection, Raising Questions Over Who Is in Charge

Korean Air and Asiana Hit With $13.5 Million in Penalties Over Merger Conditions

From Unwanted Assets to Long-Term Funding Engines: Why Timing Is Everything in Insurance M&A

OpenAI Safety Veteran Quits, Warning Its Culture Is ‘Broken’ as AI Risks Grow

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Samsung Electronics Gets 23.3% of National Growth Fund Approvals… Time to Scrutinize Allocation Criteria

Samsung Electronics’ Preliminary Quarterly Operating Profit: 107.4 Trillion Won; Reasons Behind Record Still Undisclosed

Samsung Electronics Forecast to Post 107 Trillion Won in Operating Profit… A Record Driven by Semiconductors, but Final Results Remain Key

Personal Information of About 24,000 KEPCO Employees Exposed; Customer Data Protected in Separate System

A New Trend in GS25’s Foreign-Customer Sales: North American Customers Reach 30%, Gangwon Sales Surge

Samsung Electronics Could Post Quarterly Operating Profit of Over 100 Trillion Won, Fueling Debate Over Bonuses and Dividends

Hana Financial Group (하나금융그룹) Holds Opening Event in Front of Cheongna Headquarters, Announces New Hub

Operator of Jeonju’s Waste Facility Seeks Court Protection, Raising Questions Over Who Is in Charge

Korean Air and Asiana Hit With $13.5 Million in Penalties Over Merger Conditions

From Unwanted Assets to Long-Term Funding Engines: Why Timing Is Everything in Insurance M&A

OpenAI Safety Veteran Quits, Warning Its Culture Is ‘Broken’ as AI Risks Grow