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Vespexx pushes Korea femtech global at Seoul summit
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Vespexx gathered founders, clinicians and investors in Seoul on June 30 for Korea Femtech Summit 2026, spotlighting Korean women’s health startups expanding into the US, India, Japan and beyond.
South Korean lawmaker backs hops-derived CBD at National Assembly forum
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A National Assembly forum in Seoul highlighted hops-derived cannabidiol as a cannabis-free alternative with potential regulatory and commercial advantages for Korea’s bio-industry.
ellee ven sets September debut for Dreams Are Happening
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Songwriter ellee ven will release her 11-track album Dreams Are Happening on September 1, with lead single “Hide You in My Poetry” arriving July 7. The project centers on identity, self-discovery and reflection, starting with a song inspired by a…
Rakuten Viki launches Filipino-Korean reality series Kumusta in Seoul
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Rakuten Viki has launched Kumusta, a new Korean-Filipino reality series set in Seoul that spotlights Filipino food, hospitality and culture for viewers across Southeast Asia. The show pairs Ji Chang-wook with Filipino stars and Michelin-starred…
SEOUL NOW wraps New York pop-up, plans bigger return in 2026
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SEOUL NOW: THE COLLECTIVE ended a two-week pop-up in SoHo that aimed to connect emerging Korean fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands with U.S. consumers and buyers.
STK 2026 draws 620 companies to Seoul for AI, robotics and quantum tech
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STK 2026 wrapped up its three-day run at COEX in Seoul on June 12, bringing 620 companies from 16 countries together for Korea’s largest technology business platform.
MagicBody moves rehabilitation Pilates certification online for students outside Seoul
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MagicBody is putting its rehabilitation Pilates instructor certification online for students outside Seoul, overseas learners and working professionals with irregular schedules.
Software-defined networking market seen reaching $264.28 billion by 2035
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The software-defined networking market is projected to grow from $38.20 billion in 2025 to $264.28 billion by 2035 as enterprises add cloud, automation, AI and programmable network tools.
Automotive semiconductor market seen hitting $213.88 billion by 2035
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The automotive semiconductor market is projected to more than double from 2025 to 2035, reaching $213.88 billion as EVs, ADAS, and zonal vehicle architectures raise chip content per car. Asia-Pacific held the largest regional share in 2025, while…
EV motor controller market seen reaching $4.24B by 2035
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The electric vehicle motor controller market is projected to surge from $460 million in 2026 to $4.24 billion by 2035, driven by faster EV adoption, 800-volt architectures and wider use of silicon-carbide semiconductors.
Automotive digital mapping market seen reaching $32.95 billion by 2035
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The automotive digital mapping market is projected to grow from $10.45 billion in 2026 to $32.95 billion by 2035, driven by autonomous driving, ADAS mandates and demand for real-time map updates.
iHerb elevates Peter Smith to APAC general manager
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iHerb promoted Peter Smith to general manager for the Asia Pacific region, effective immediately, as the health and wellness e-commerce retailer sharpens leadership across one of its fastest-growing markets.
Robot software market to reach $142.74B by 2035
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The robot software market is expanding as manufacturers and other industries adopt AI-driven automation, cloud robotics and intelligent control systems.
Industrial Ethernet market seen reaching $27.68 billion by 2035
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Industrial Ethernet is gaining traction as manufacturers, utilities and transport operators push deeper into automation and smart factories.
Five Chinese office chair makers highlighted for export-ready ergonomic seating
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A new roundup spotlights five Chinese office chair manufacturers as global demand for ergonomic seating grows.
Penta Security wins Frost & Sullivan WAF award for fourth straight year
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Penta Security said it was named Frost & Sullivan’s 2026 South Korean Web Application Firewall Company of the Year, marking a fourth consecutive win in the category.
Roger Ohan book proposes national wealth framework beyond GDP
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Wilberfoss Limited has published The Ledger, a new book by former financial markets professional Roger Ohan that argues governments should track national wealth on a balance sheet, not just GDP. The framework introduces a Sovereign Share metric…
Gyeongnam opens 2026 K-Design Exhibition to global entrants
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South Korea’s Gyeongsangnam-do province is inviting designers, students, companies and creative teams worldwide to compete in the 2026 Gyeongnam K-Design Exhibition.
Smart weapons market seen reaching $23.96 billion by 2030
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Allied Market Research says the global smart weapons market is on track to hit $23.96 billion by 2030, growing at a 5% CAGR from 2021 to 2030. North America leads today, while Asia-Pacific is projected to post the fastest growth as governments…
Gyeongnam opens global call for 2026 K-Design Exhibition
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South Korea’s Gyeongnam province is inviting designers, students, companies and creative teams worldwide to enter its 2026 K-Design Exhibition.
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