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Jung Jae-hoon, head of operations at TikTok Korea, speaks during a press conference, dubbed ″K-Impact Summit 2026,″ held in southern Seoul on April 2. [TIKTOK KOREA]

TikTok announces over $50 million investment as Korean content gains global influence

Recognizing the growing global influence of Korean content, TikTok will invest more than $50 million in Korea’s content ecosystem, the company announced Thursday.

2026.4.2

A poster of tvN series 'Signal' (2016) [TVN]

When stars fall, how can Korean productions survive?

The second season of tvN's hit 2016 series "Signal" and Disney+'s Korean original series "Knock-Off" have one thing in common: both projects were indefinitely postponed due to controversies surrounding featured stars.

2026.2.18

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Tourists take a selfie at the Gwanghwamun Square in central Seoul on Jan. 12, 2026. [NEWS1]

UAE tops list of countries with favorable view of Korea, Thailand and Britain show increases

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) likes Korea the most but Thailand and Britain are growing a sudden crush on Korea, according to a government report released Tuesday.

2026.1.20

Still from the series 'Perfect Crown' [THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY KOREA]

K-content 2026: The films, series that should be on your radar

2025 delivered good movies and TV dramas, but had no breakout hits. 2026 is shaping up to be a promising year with new releases and long-awaited returns. Here are the things you should look out for.

2026.1.1

Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (Kotra) CEO Kang Kyung-sung speaks during a press briefing marking his first year in office at a restaurant in Jongno District, central Seoul on Nov. 13. [KOTRA]

Higher demand for consumer goods is 'structural shift' in Korea's export strategy: Kotra CEO

Kotra CEO Kang Kyung-sung said Korea’s surging exports of consumer goods represent a “structural shift” rather than a passing trend, as consumer goods exports hit record highs this year, led by cosmetics overtaking food for the first time.

2025.11.14

Carol Choi, the executive vice president of original content strategy at Disney Asia Pacific, speaks during the Disney+ Originals Preview 2025 press event at Hong Kong Disneyland on Nov. 13.

Disney execs applaud Korea's 'ingenuity,' discuss future APAC projects

Localization was the key for Disney+'s success in content made in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, according to its executives at the Disney+ Originals Preview 2025 press event in Hong Kong.

2025.11.14

Still from the series ″Perfect Crown″ [WALT DISNEY COMPANY KOREA]

Disney+ turns to shamans, a webtoon and action with a tantalizing Korean lineup in store for next year

From K-shamanism and a beloved webtoon-turned-romance fantasy to a sweeping period drama and action-packed series, Disney+ is charging full speed ahead with a strong Korean title lineup.

2025.11.13

HUNTR/X from Netflix's ″KPop Demon Hunters″ [NETFLIX]

Why is Korea strangely absent from K-content's global boom?

The record-breaking popularity of Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" has confirmed one thing: Korean content now commands a global audience.

2025.10.17

President Lee Jae Myung, second from right, speaks on a panel discussing the future vision of the K-pop industry in Seocho-dong, southern Seoul, in a prerecorded broadcast aired by Arirang TV on Aug. 20. Other panelists included Maggie Kang, writer and director of 'KPop Demon Hunters,' members Jihyo and Jeongyeon of K-pop girl group Twice and music producer R.Tee. [PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE]

Government must not interfere in arts, says President Lee Jae Myung

Citing former President Kim Dae-jung’s cultural philosophy — “Support without interference” — President Lee underscored the need for government restraint.

2025.8.20

Poster for the ″Squid Game″ (2021-) parade event to be held in central Seoul on June 28 [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

K-drama meets K-tourism: 'Squid Game' finale event to light up Seoul's Gwanghwamun this weekend

For fans looking to celebrate the finale of Netflix’s "Squid Game" (2021-), central Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square and Seoul Plaza will be the places to be this Saturday, with special events marking the end of the series’ three-season journey.

2025.6.26