Erosion of Data Privacy?
Recent scandals involving encrypted communication and cryptocurrencies create an environment where politicians may demand restrictions on data privacy.
Backlash from teachers sparked by bad communication
Poor guidance and communication from the government rile up teachers on new mandatory drug screening.
The Korean New Deal
One year ago, President Moon Jae-in launched the Korean New Deal, which aims to “set the foundation for Korea’s next 100 years.”
1960 Revolution and Korea’s Film Industry
Does society affect the quality of the movies its directors make? Do democracies in fact make better art? Korea provides an outlook on this question.
The role of Korean utilities in shaping the tech market
Recent court ruling against Netflix demonstrates the key role that public utility providers will play in growing the local userbase of digital platforms.
Growing competition in the streaming market
Although Netflix is currently the most popular streaming provider in Korea, the company faces looming competition from both outside and within Korea.
The commanding dissent of churches
Christian groups’ minoritarian power has persistently prevented the passage of publicly supported anti-discrimination legislation.
Seoul’s Data-Driven Priority Setting
In the backdrop of an unresolved pandemic, the Education Ministry increases school attendance ahead of schedule in response to new data.
Improvements in military service without accountability
The South Korean military is relying on surface-level fixes for long-standing problems that affect the health and well-being of soldiers.
Korean Interests in Peace and Stability Around the Taiwan Strait
While Korea has been reluctant to sign on to initiatives that challenge China, experts say it will be harder for Seoul to continue making that choice.