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Surging Demand for Generative AI Drives Subscription Growth

Surging Demand for Generative AI Drives Subscription Growth

SEOUL, Feb. 17 (Korea Bizwire) —  Subscription-based services in South Korea saw significant growth in 2024, with generative artificial intelligence (AI) leading the surge, according to a recent analysis by KB Kookmin Card. The financial institution reported that total subscription transactions increased by 12.9% in 2024 compared to the previous year, while spending on subscription services [...]

Consumers Shift to Supermarkets Amid Economic Downturn

Consumers Shift to Supermarkets Amid Economic Downturn

SEOUL, Feb. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — Faced with the worst economic downturn in 21 years, South Korean consumers are increasingly turning to supermarkets over big-box retailers, preferring to buy necessities in smaller quantities rather than bulk purchases. According to data from Statistics Korea and industry sources, total retail sales fell by 2.2% in 2024, marking [...]

Young Enthusiasts Keep Legacy of Daewoo Motors Alive

Young Enthusiasts Keep Legacy of Daewoo Motors Alive

SEOUL, Feb. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — Until the late 1990s, the gray uniforms of Daewoo Motors workers in Bupyeong, Incheon, were a symbol of pride. These “Daewoo men” were welcomed everywhere in town, representing not just local economic vitality but South Korea’s industrial might. That era came to an abrupt end when Daewoo Motors defaulted in [...]

Young South Koreans Reshaping Wedding Traditions, Emphasizing Practicality Over Customs

Young South Koreans Reshaping Wedding Traditions, Emphasizing Practicality Over Customs

SEOUL, Feb. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — A growing number of young couples in South Korea are breaking from traditional wedding customs, choosing efficiency and personal meaning over long-established practices that some view as outdated or burdensome. Take Oh, 29, who recently decided to skip the customary bouquet toss at her wedding. “I was concerned about the [...]

Young South Koreans Favor Instagram While Over-50s Prefer Band, Survey Shows

Young South Koreans Favor Instagram While Over-50s Prefer Band, Survey Shows

SEOUL, Feb. 7 (Korea Bizwire) — A new survey has revealed distinct generational preferences in social media use among South Koreans, with younger users gravitating toward Instagram while those over 50 show a stronger affinity for Band. However, KakaoTalk remains the most widely used platform across all age groups. According to the “2024 Social Media User [...]

TGI Fridays to Cease Operations in South Korea

TGI Fridays to Cease Operations in South Korea

SEOUL, Feb. 5 (Korea Bizwire) —  TGI Fridays is set to exit the South Korean market, with its local operator, MFG Korea, announcing plans to close all remaining locations in the country. The company will shut down stores gradually as their lease agreements expire, prioritizing its focus on the Mad for Garlic restaurant brand. Currently, TGI [...]

Young South Koreans Abandon Luxury Brands for ‘Dupe’ Products as Travel Takes Priority

Young South Koreans Abandon Luxury Brands for ‘Dupe’ Products as Travel Takes Priority

SEOUL, Feb. 4 (Korea Bizwire) — The era of predawn queues for luxury goods appears to be waning among South Korea’s young consumers, who are increasingly turning to budget-friendly alternatives known as “dupes” — affordable replicas of high-end products. The term “dupe,” derived from “duplicate,” refers to cost-effective substitutes for luxury or premium items. According to [...]

Reverse Mortgage Applications Rise as South Korean Housing Market Cools

Reverse Mortgage Applications Rise as South Korean Housing Market Cools

SEOUL, Feb. 3 (Korea Bizwire) — In a sign of shifting market dynamics, new applications for reverse mortgages in South Korea increased while cancellations decreased as the real estate market showed signs of cooling at the end of last year.  According to data from the Korea Housing Finance Corporation’s housing finance statistics system, new reverse mortgage [...]

Fashion Industry Embraces Short-Form Video Content to Drive Sales

Fashion Industry Embraces Short-Form Video Content to Drive Sales

SEOUL, Feb. 3 (Korea Bizwire) — Fashion and apparel companies are increasingly leveraging short-form videos to tell brand stories and boost marketing efforts, industry sources reported on February 2. Major fashion brands and platforms are expanding their YouTube presence and video content offerings on their platforms, responding to the preferences of their primary customer base – [...]

Japanese Mahjong Gains Popularity Among South Korea’s Young Adults

Japanese Mahjong Gains Popularity Among South Korea’s Young Adults

SEOUL, Feb. 2 (Korea Bizwire) — Japanese-style mahjong, known as Riichi mahjong, is experiencing a surge in popularity among South Korean millennials and Gen Z, both online and offline. Once overshadowed by traditional Korean card games, Riichi mahjong is now drawing significant interest, fueled by online gaming platforms, manga culture, and social gaming trends. Online Riichi [...]