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South Korea's Crypto Tax Delay Battle: Fourth Investor Push Tests Government Resolve
Investors are making a fourth attempt to delay South Korea's crypto tax, set for 2027, highlighting tensions over regulation and market readiness.

Evolution Metals & Technologies Targets $460 Million Revenue by 2027 as Pohang Expansion Ramps
Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. projects fiscal 2026 revenue of $5-$8 million and fiscal 2027 revenue of $400-$460 million, driven by a major ex...
Aolani and FriendliAI Partner to Meet Surging AI Inference Demand
Aolani will supply GPU cloud infrastructure to FriendliAI, addressing the critical compute shortage for production-scale AI inference and highlighting...

CENTRESTAGE 2026 Sets New Attendance Record, Underscoring Hong Kong's Role as Asia's Fashion Hub
The 11th CENTRESTAGE concluded with over 12,000 buyers, marking a new record and highlighting the growing importance of cross-sector collaboration and...

CENTRESTAGE 2026 Opens with Record Participation, Debuts Hype2 Pavilion and Perfume Zone
Asia's premier fashion event CENTRESTAGE opened today with a record 270 brands from 24 countries, debuting new zones like Hype2 and Perfume, and highl...

Hyundai's New Battery Technology to Drive EV Production and Sales Growth
Hyundai's adoption of advanced in-house batteries is set to accelerate its EV production and help achieve its 2030 sales target, underscoring the ongo...

Energy Fuels Completes Acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials, Bolstering Western Rare Earth Supply Chain
Energy Fuels Inc. has completed its acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials, adding commercial-scale rare earth metals and alloys capabilities a...
YesAsia Holdings Replicates Record High Half-Year Results: Revenue Grows 23.2% to US$301.51 Million; Net Profit Surges 30.0% to US$18.30 Million
YesAsia Holdings announced its record-breaking interim results for H1 2026, with revenue up 23.2% to US$301.51 million and net profit up 30.0% to US$1...

Veterans Edu Expands Live Online SAT Classes for Korean Students in U.S. Time Zones
Veterans Edu now offers live online SAT classes scheduled for North American time zones, enabling Korean students in the U.S. to participate in real-t...

Global Pastors Rally for Religious Freedom in South Korea, Demand Release of Elderly Leader
The 1st Joint Assembly of World Pastors, co-hosted by seven Christian organizations, condemned South Korea's perceived violations of religious freedom...

International Rights Groups Urge South Korea to Reconsider Detention of Elderly Religious Leaders
Human rights organizations held a press conference in Seoul, raising concerns over the pretrial detention of elderly religious figures and broader thr...

Viromed Medical Expands Global Reach with New Distribution Partnerships for ViroCAP®
Viromed Medical AG signs distribution agreements for its cold plasma device ViroCAP® in six new markets, expecting at least 3,000 additional device sa...

Rights Groups Urge South Korea to Reconsider Detention of Elderly Religious Leaders
International human rights organizations have called on South Korea to review the pretrial detention of elderly religious leaders, citing concerns ove...

International Rights Groups Urge South Korea to Reconsider Detention of Elderly Religious Leaders
Human rights organizations raise concerns over pretrial detention of elderly religious figures in South Korea, citing violations of international law ...

European Scholars Urge South Korea to Release Elderly Shincheonji Founder Pending Trial
A coalition of European scholars and human rights advocates has called on South Korea to release 95-year-old Shincheonji founder Lee Man-hee from pre-...

HKTDC August Fairs to Showcase Wellness, Food, and Tea with 'Live Well. Stay Well' Theme
The HKTDC's five August fairs, themed 'Live Well. Stay Well', will feature over 1,850 exhibitors from more than 30 countries, highlighting global food...

Markets Whipsaw, KOSPI Crashes, and SpaceX Stumbles: A Rollercoaster Week in Tech and Finance
Episode 812 of DH Unplugged dissects a volatile week marked by Big Tech earnings surprises, a historic Korean market selloff, and SpaceX's post-IPO tr...

Coal Imports into Asia Continue Their Rebound
Thermal coal imports into Asia surge for the third consecutive month, highlighting the region's continued reliance on coal despite renewable commitmen...

Global Antifog Films Sheets Market Set to Surge to $8.9 Billion by 2036, Driven by Food Packaging and Cold-Chain Demand
The antifog films sheets market is projected to grow at a 7.5% CAGR, reaching $8.9 billion by 2036, propelled by rising demand for clear food packagin...

European Scholars Urge South Korea to Release 95-Year-Old Religious Leader, Citing Human Rights Violations
European academics and human rights experts condemn the detention of Shincheonji Church Chairman Lee Man-hee, arguing it violates international law an...

Fiber-Based Beverage Multipack Carriers Market to Reach $1.61 Billion by 2036 as Brands Shift to Sustainable Packaging
The global fiber-based beverage multipack carriers market is projected to grow from $668.3 million in 2026 to $1,610.0 million by 2036 at a 9.2% CAGR,...

Flow Cytometry Diagnostics Market Set to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2036 Driven by MRD Testing and Multiparametric Analysis
The global flow cytometry diagnostics market is projected to grow from USD 1.5 billion in 2026 to USD 3.5 billion by 2036, driven by rising demand for...

Samsung Enters U.S. Credit Card Market with Barclays Partnership
Samsung launched its first credit card in the U.S. with Barclays, marking its initial foray into financial services and signaling broader ambitions in...

Faith Leaders Unite in 'Faith in Freedom' Prayer Event to Stand Against Religious Persecution
Faith leaders from multiple denominations gathered in Atlanta for an interfaith prayer event to address religious persecution globally, highlighting c...

European Scholars Condemn Detention of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader, Warning of Damage to South Korea's Reputation
European academics and human rights experts are urging South Korea to release Shincheonji Church Chairman Lee Man-hee, arguing that detaining a 95-yea...

U.N. Rights Body Urges Evidence-Based Scrutiny of Shincheonji Amid Reports of International Discrimination
An international human rights NGO has submitted a statement to the U.N. Human Rights Council warning that unverified stigma against Shincheonji Church...

Solvent Dehydration Chemicals Market Set to Reach $2.1 Billion by 2036 Driven by Pharma and Electronics Demand
The global solvent dehydration chemicals market is projected to grow from $980.6 million in 2026 to $2,078.2 million by 2036 at a 7.8% CAGR, driven by...

Global LED Scalp Brushes Market to Reach USD 2.6 Billion by 2036 as Scalp-First Haircare and At-Home Light Therapy Gain Traction
The LED scalp brushes market is projected to grow from USD 1.0 billion in 2026 to USD 2.6 billion by 2036 at a 10.0% CAGR, driven by scalp-first beaut...

SDR Drone's Unified Architecture Aims to Replace Single-Use UAS Models Across Eight Mission Domains
SDR Drone's common technology platform, supporting 13 production models across eight application domains, reduces costs and fleet complexity by standa...

European Scholars Condemn Detention of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader, Urge South Korea to Release Him
European scholars of religion and human rights experts are calling for the release of Shincheonji Church Chairman Lee Man-hee, arguing his detention o...

European Scholars Urge South Korea to Release 95-Year-Old Religious Leader Lee Man-hee
European scholars of religion and human rights experts call for the release of Shincheonji Church Chairman Lee Man-hee, arguing his detention over non...

International Human Rights Group Raises Concerns Over Discrimination Against Shincheonji Members Abroad
The U.N.-accredited NGO CAP LC has submitted a statement to the U.N. Human Rights Council warning that unverified stigma against Shincheonji Church of...

Rights Group Flags Global Discrimination Against Shincheonji Members Ahead of UN Council
An international human rights NGO has submitted a statement to the UN Human Rights Council warning that stigma and unverified claims against Shincheon...

SDR Drone's Vertically Integrated Ecosystem Positions It as a Key Player in Defense and Commercial Drone Markets
SDR Drone, operating through Hallmark Venture Group, is advancing a vertically integrated drone ecosystem with proprietary technologies and a 70% shar...

Paper Recycling Surfactants Market Set to Double to USD 1.9 Billion by 2036 as Mills Prioritize Performance Chemistry
The global paper recycling surfactants market is projected to reach USD 1,911.2 million by 2036, driven by increasing recycled-fiber utilization, stri...

Offshore Gas Detection System Market to Reach $3.9 Billion by 2036, Driven by Safety and Compliance Demands
The offshore gas detection system market is forecast to grow from $1.86 billion in 2026 to $3.94 billion by 2036, propelled by rising offshore explora...

Heat Seal Paper Coatings Market Projected to Reach USD 3,736.8 Million by 2036, Driven by Recyclability and PFAS Reformulation
The global heat seal paper coatings market is set to grow from USD 1,480.6 million in 2026 to USD 3,736.8 million by 2036 at a CAGR of 9.7%, fueled by...

Ice Rescue Equipment Market Set to Reach USD 1,090.6 Million by 2036 as Public Safety Agencies Boost Cold-Water Preparedness
The global ice rescue equipment market is projected to grow from USD 620.6 million in 2026 to USD 1,090.6 million by 2036, driven by increasing invest...

Detention of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader Sparks International Concern Over South Korea's Rule of Law
International criticism mounts as South Korea detains and prosecutes Shincheonji Church leader Lee Man-hee, with experts warning the case tests the na...

South Korea Announces $1 Trillion Investment in Chips and AI to Maintain Global Tech Leadership
South Korea's $1 trillion investment plan for semiconductors and AI aims to secure its competitive edge in the global technology industry, with implic...

Detention of Elderly Religious Leader Raises International Concerns Over South Korea's Justice System
The detention and prosecution of 95-year-old Shincheonji leader Lee Man-hee, along with Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho's public remarks citing a Bibl...

Inline OCR Validation for Packaging Lines Market to Reach USD 661 Million by 2036 Driven by Traceability and Automation
The global inline OCR validation market is projected to grow from USD 248 million in 2026 to USD 661 million by 2036 at a CAGR of 10.3%, driven by reg...

Furniture Scratch Resistant Coatings Market Set to Reach $3.63 Billion by 2036 as OEMs Prioritize Durability and Sustainability
The global furniture scratch resistant coatings market is projected to grow from $1.74 billion in 2025 to $3.63 billion by 2036, driven by OEM demand ...

Private Label Freeze Dried Fruits Market to Reach USD 1,355.9 Million by 2036 as Retail Brands Expand Premium Offerings
The global private label freeze dried fruits market is projected to grow from USD 750 million in 2026 to USD 1,355.9 million by 2036, driven by consum...

Asia's Thermal Coal Imports Surge Amid Middle East Geopolitical Instability
Asia's seaborne thermal coal imports are projected to hit a six-month high of 77.37 million tons in June, driven by Japan and South Korea, as geopolit...

Powerline Inspection Robots Market to Reach USD 3.2 Billion by 2036 as Grid Modernization Accelerates
The global powerline inspection robots market is projected to grow from USD 760.6 million in 2026 to USD 3,185.8 million by 2036, driven by AI-driven ...

Limited Ingredient Pet Treats Market to Reach USD 1.2 Billion by 2036 as Clean Labels and Sensitive-Diet Feeding Drive Premium Pet Nutrition Demand
The global limited ingredient pet treats market is projected to grow from USD 559.8 million in 2025 to USD 1.2 billion by 2036, driven by clean-label ...

Footwear Foam Additives Market Set to Reach $2.97 Billion by 2036 as Lightweight, High-Performance Footwear Drives Innovation
The global footwear foam additives market is projected to grow from USD 1,381.25 million in 2025 to USD 2,967.7 million by 2036, driven by demand for ...
