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CYBERSep 812 South Koreans arrested in Thailand scam centre crackdownThai authorities arrested 12 South Koreans and a Chinese national accused of running a scam call centre from a high-end rented house south of Bangkok, police said on Tuesday. The alleged scammers “entered Thailand from a neighbouring country and were hiding in Samut Prakan province, renting a luxury house”, Thai police said in a statement, without naming the country. Cambodia and Myanmar, which border Thailand, have become hubs for criminal groups operating fake romance, investment and other...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 8France, South Korea pledge 1 billion euros to support cinema amid AI threatHollywood star George Clooney and executives from US studios such as Sony Pictures and Disney were among the 200 guests that gathered in the south of France for a summit on the future of cinema on Monday. As part of the initiative, co-hosts France and south Korea have pledged 1 billion euros to safeguard against threats to the industry, particularly from AI.France 24 [en]
CONFLICTSep 8How South Korea finds itself trapped in the US-Iran warAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 8South Korean defense chief calls for renewed dialogue with NorthThe South Korean defense chief has advocated for renewed dialogue with North Korea. This suggests an effort to de-escalate tensions or find diplomatic solutions between the two nations.upi.com · United States
POLITICSSep 8Can Japan, South Korea move past the ‘comfort women’ issue?South Korean citizens’ groups have called for the abuse of wartime “comfort women” to be recognised by Unesco, as analysts say the ongoing feud between Seoul and Tokyo threatens to upset recent improvements in their relations. They also suggest that the two nations would benefit from working together at a time of unprecedented regional and global security and economic challenges, although they admit that may be impossible. On Sunday, a coalition of South Korean citizens’ groups called on the...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 8In South Korea, classes for seniors who missed out on education: 'My father was convinced girls should stay at home'Many South Koreans in their 70s never had the chance to go to school as children. In Seoul, a literacy center gives people aged 70 to 85 the opportunity to catch up on those missed lessons.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 8South Korea Should Abstain  - OpEd - Eurasia ReviewAn opinion piece suggests that South Korea should abstain in an unspecified context. This highlights a debated policy option for the nation.eurasiareview.com · United States
CONFLICTSep 7North Korea denounces US , Japan , South Korea drills , warns of consequencesNorth Korea has denounced recent drills conducted by the US, Japan, and South Korea, issuing warnings of potential consequences. This highlights rising tensions and military posturing in the region.aa.com.tr · Turkey
MILITARYSep 7US , Japan , and South Korea Kick Off Trilateral Military Exercises Denounced by North KoreaThe United States, Japan, and South Korea have initiated trilateral military exercises, which have been condemned by North Korea. This event signifies enhanced military cooperation in the region and potentially heightens geopolitical tensions.news.antiwar.com · United States
CONFLICTSep 7North Korea adds second destroyer as US , South Korea and Japan hold military exerciseklkntv.com · United States
MILITARYSep 7Philippine Teodoro says China could exploit cuts in US - South Korean exercisesPhilippine official Teodoro suggests that China might leverage any reductions in joint military exercises between the US and South Korea. This points to regional security concerns and potential shifts in power dynamics.asiaone.com · Singapore
BUSINESSSep 7France and South Korea vow to invest €1 billion to support audiovisual industryFrench President Emmanuel Macron made the announcement as more than 200 guests from 55 countries gathered for the Lumière cinema summit, co-chaired by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.Le Monde [en]
CONFLICTSep 7Iran warns South Korea against involvement in Strait of HormuzIran's foreign ministry on Monday warned South Korea against military deployment or involvement in US operations in the Strait of Hormuz, saying such a move would have "serious consequences". The post Iran warns South Korea against involvement in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHSep 7Hanwha Securities taps Avalanche as South Korea advances tokenizationSeeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYSep 7North Korea adds its 2nd naval destroyer as U . S ., South Korea and Japan hold military exerciseNorth Korea has acquired a second naval destroyer, while the U.S., South Korea, and Japan are conducting a joint military exercise, indicating increasing military activity and potential regional tensions.nbcnews.com · United States
MILITARYSep 7Philippine Teodoro says China could exploit cuts in US - South Korean exercisesPhilippine official Teodoro suggests that China might take advantage of any reductions in joint military exercises between the US and South Korea. This highlights regional security concerns and geopolitical dynamics in East Asia.freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
SCI & TECHSep 7China won’t permit AI dominance; South Korea’s deepfake crisis: 5 weekend reads you missedWe have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China will never allow any country in this world to achieve AI dominance: Victor Gao 2. Curiosity beats perfect statements, UK elite universities tell Hong Kong students 3. China’s youth job crisis drives graduates to German vocational apprenticeships 4. Rich Dad, Poor Dad author’s vast debts...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 7US , South Korea , Japan kick off 3 - way military exerciseThe United States, South Korea, and Japan have commenced a three-way military exercise. This demonstrates trilateral defense cooperation and readiness in the region.prokerala.com · India
MILITARYSep 7North Korea adds its 2nd naval destroyer as US , South Korea and Japan hold military exerciseksat.com · United States
MILITARYSep 7Philippines warns China may reassert itself amid US-South Korea drill cutsManila defence chief says Washington gave 'definite assurances' that its commitments to the Philippines remain.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTSep 7North Korea’s Kim launches second nuclear destroyer as US-South Korea-Japan drills startSouth China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 6Viral Jennie clip tests limits of South Korea’s AI deepfake lawsFor a few seconds during Blackpink member Jennie’s headline set at Tokyo’s Summer Sonic festival last month, it looked like something had come undone. She turned away from the crowd, adjusted herself and then, the moment was gone. But online, the clip never disappeared – and more than 10 million views later, it has become the latest test of South Korea’s fight against AI-enabled sexual abuse. Fans were quick to cry deepfake, dissecting the footage frame by frame for signs of possible AI...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 5South Korea Reviews Military Options to Enter Strait of HormuzSouth Korea is reportedly reviewing military options regarding entry into the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a potential strategic military move in a critical international waterway.breitbart.com · United States
WORLDSep 5Women Jr Asia Cup : India begin title defence with 4 - 1 win over South KoreaIndia's women's junior team started their Asia Cup title defense with a 4-1 victory against South Korea.ianslive.in · India