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VMB LIVE expands AI live commerce push in South Korea
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VMB LIVE says its South Korea operation is moving from market entry into scaled commercialization, backed by AI digital humans, computing infrastructure and cloud logistics.
Seoul forum breaks under-eye filler into three anatomical problems
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At a Seoul aesthetics forum, Cliff Clinic’s Dr. Gunwoo Hong argued that dark circles and under-eye hollows are not one problem but three separate issues, and that each needs its own injection plan.
South Korea F2 visa fund offers principal-guaranteed path for investors
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Globevisa says South Korea’s Public Business Investment System gives high-net-worth investors a principal-guaranteed, non-interest-bearing route tied to residency.
EPHEMERA adds Korean label THY SEOUL for U.S. launch
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EPHEMERA will bring Seoul-based lifestyle fashion brand THY SEOUL to North America starting at a New York pop-up on Oct. 16, 2026, with the line also selling on EPHEMERA’s online store the same season.
Massive Bio taps Intralink to push into South Korea
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Massive Bio has hired Intralink to help expand its oncology platform in South Korea and build partnerships with hospitals, labs and doctors.
Je Woo Kim chronicles South Korea’s rise in new book
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Je Woo Kim, PhD, has released “The Rise of Seoul: South Korea’s Journey from Rags to Riches,” a new book that examines how South Korea moved from war, poverty and colonial rule to global economic and cultural influence.
South Korea gains appeal as Europe tightens golden visas
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Global investors are comparing South Korea’s investment residency program with shrinking European golden visa options in 2026. The shift matters for high-net-worth families weighing speed, capital flexibility and regional access in Asia versus…
South Korea F-2 to F-5 path depends on visa type and compliance
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Globevisa Group says South Korea’s F-2-to-F-5 residency route is not a single timeline, with rules varying by visa category, investment type and residency record.
ECOART Landscape pushes cork-based ECOCORK into global outdoor markets
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ECOART Landscape Co., Ltd. is introducing ECOCORK, a cork-based material for paths, playgrounds and other outdoor spaces, as demand rises for sustainable landscape products.
KCCLA to open global K-Zone LA:ON on Oct. 9
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The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles will open Global K-Zone “LA:ON” on Oct. 9, creating a new cultural space that blends Korean heritage with contemporary lifestyle.
WAIFC wraps Busan meetings with new board, members and capacity-building plan
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The World Alliance of International Financial Centers closed a week of meetings in Busan after its annual general meeting elected new board leaders, added members and approved a capacity-building initiative.
CHON unveils relationship-based digital trust platform in Seoul
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CHON publicly introduced its relationship-based digital trust infrastructure at an investor day in Seoul on Sept. 16, six years after the concept work began.
WAIFC wraps AGM in Busan with new board, new members and 2027 meeting plans
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The World Alliance of International Financial Centers finished its Annual General Meeting in Busan, South Korea, with leadership changes, new memberships and a new honorary category.
VandS Clinic Seoul spotlights transparent pricing for international patients
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VandS Clinic Seoul is emphasizing VAT-excluded pricing, separate global customer benefits and upfront cost checks for overseas patients as South Korea faces closer scrutiny of clinic refund and cancellation terms.
Seoul Labs is building AI-agent payment controls for verifiable purchases
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Seoul Labs Inc. is developing SeoulLabs Pay, a payment-control layer designed to verify an AI agent’s identity, delegated authority and spending scope before a transaction clears.
Cooling fabrics market seen reaching $3.92 billion by 2031
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Mordor Intelligence projects the cooling fabrics market will rise from $2.77 billion in 2026 to $3.92 billion by 2031, driven by demand for moisture-wicking apparel, sportswear and heat-managing protective clothing.
Busan launches five-month citywide Night Festa as U.S. visits jump 76%
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Busan, South Korea, has opened Starry Night Busan: Night Festa 2026, a free nighttime tourism program running through December across beaches, parks and downtown districts.
VandS Clinic Seoul maps out medical tourism logistics for U.S. patients
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VandS Clinic Seoul has published a step-by-step guide for American patients traveling to Seoul for cosmetic procedures, centering on pre-travel consultations, recovery-based treatment timing and upfront pricing.
Hong Kong New CIES and South Korea program offer two very different residency plays for HNWIs
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Globevisa Group says Hong Kong’s New CIES and South Korea’s investment immigration program serve different investor goals, with Hong Kong favoring market participation and South Korea emphasizing principal protection.
MIMOSU wins Seoul Award as fermented rice water hair care expands globally
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MIMOSU, the K-beauty clean scalp care brand operated by Meong Seok Global Corp., said its Fermented Rice Water Scalp Care Line won the 2026 Seoul Award for Outstanding Product from the Seoul Business Agency.
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