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KRAFTON’s $500M Bet on Japan’s ADK: Why This Game-Changing Alliance Could Redefine Global Animation and Gaming

KRAFTON’s $500M Bet on Japan’s ADK: Why This Game-Changing Alliance Could Redefine Global Animation and Gaming

KRAFTON’s acquisition of Japan’s ADK Group marks a bold leap into global animation and content, aiming to blend gaming IP with ADK’s creative power. This move signals a new era for Korean content giants on the world stage.

Entertainment
Jun 26, 2025
Kim Yong-hyun Faces Additional Detention: The First Arrest by the Special Counsel?

Kim Yong-hyun Faces Additional Detention: The First Arrest by the Special Counsel?

Former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun was re-arrested just hours before his initial detention expired, marking the first arrest by the special counsel investigating the December 3 Martial Law case. The court cited concerns over evidence tampering, sparking heated debate in Korean society and online communities.

News
Jun 26, 2025
Tragedy in Incheon: Dementia, Naked Outings, and a Fatal Struggle Between Spouses

Tragedy in Incheon: Dementia, Naked Outings, and a Fatal Struggle Between Spouses

A heartbreaking incident in Incheon where a wife fatally stabbed her dementia-stricken husband while trying to prevent his naked outings has sparked national debate about elderly care, dementia, and the pressures on family caregivers.

News
Jun 26, 2025
Lee Kyung-kyu's Drug-Impaired Driving Scandal: Panic Disorder Medication, Apology, and Community Debate

Lee Kyung-kyu's Drug-Impaired Driving Scandal: Panic Disorder Medication, Apology, and Community Debate

Comedian Lee Kyung-kyu admitted to driving after taking panic disorder medication, apologizing for his negligence. The incident sparked discussions about prescription drug use, mental health stigma, and legal boundaries in Korea.

Entertainment
Jun 26, 2025
Unveiling Baekje's Secrets: Latest Discoveries at the Royal Tombs of Gongju

Unveiling Baekje's Secrets: Latest Discoveries at the Royal Tombs of Gongju

Recent excavations at Gongju's Baekje royal tombs have identified Tomb No. 2's owner as King Samgeun, revealing rare teenage molars, ornate gold earrings with blue glass beads, and trade links with Southeast Asia, offering new insights into Baekje's royal lineage and cultural exchanges.

Culture, History, Heritage
Jun 26, 2025
Saltware Launches Advanced Kubernetes Optimization Service After Achieving Amazon EKS Certification: What It Means for Cloud-Native Enterprises

Saltware Launches Advanced Kubernetes Optimization Service After Achieving Amazon EKS Certification: What It Means for Cloud-Native Enterprises

Saltware, a leading AI company, has launched its new Kubernetes Optimization Review (KOR) service after earning the prestigious Amazon EKS Service Delivery Program certification. This move strengthens Saltware's position as a specialist in Kubernetes and cloud-native infrastructure, offering tailored diagnostics and optimization for both public and private cloud environments.

Technology
Jun 26, 2025
From Einstein to Cameroon: Why Climate Refugees Are the Key to Africa’s Future

From Einstein to Cameroon: Why Climate Refugees Are the Key to Africa’s Future

UNHCR’s deputy in Cameroon urges the world to see climate refugees as agents of change, not burdens, highlighting their resilience and development potential amid political unrest, conflict, and climate change.

News
Jun 26, 2025
North Korea Rallies Anti-US Sentiment on 75th Anniversary of the Korean War: Inside Pyongyang's Propaganda Machine

North Korea Rallies Anti-US Sentiment on 75th Anniversary of the Korean War: Inside Pyongyang's Propaganda Machine

On the 75th anniversary of the Korean War, North Korea intensified anti-US sentiment through mass rallies, art exhibitions, and state media campaigns, aiming to unify its people and reinforce its ideological stance.

News
Jun 26, 2025
Taxi Driver Assaulted Over Mistaken Destination: The Shocking Case of a 70-Year-Old Passenger and Korea’s Taxi Violence Debate

Taxi Driver Assaulted Over Mistaken Destination: The Shocking Case of a 70-Year-Old Passenger and Korea’s Taxi Violence Debate

A 70-year-old man received a suspended prison sentence after verbally abusing and assaulting a taxi driver over a destination mix-up. The case has reignited debates in Korea about passenger violence against taxi drivers and legal responses.

News
Jun 26, 2025
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