SEOUL, Aug. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – Buddhism is experiencing an unexpected resurgence among young South Koreans, driven by a mix of pop culture references and a search for meaning in a fast-paced society. This renewed interest is now making its mark in an unlikely place: bookstores. The trend was kickstarted by unconventional events like an electronic [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that 8 out of 10 South Korean Generation Z workers (ages 18-27) turn to artificial intelligence (AI) first when facing challenges at work, a rate significantly higher than their counterparts in Western countries. Samsung Electronics recently released a report examining the perspectives of Gen Z [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 27 (Korea Bizwire) – Nearly half of South Korea’s population is experiencing prolonged feelings of embitterment, according to a recent study. The research, conducted by a team led by professor Yoo Myung-soon at Seoul National University’s Graduate School of Public Health, reveals that 1 in 10 South Koreans is grappling with severe levels of [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 27 (Korea Bizwire) – In South Korea, a new fashion trend is taking hold among the MZ generation (those born between the early 1980s and early 2000s) who value individuality. This trend, known as “kkumi”, involves personalizing various fashion items, from shoes (“shin-kkumi”) to T-shirts (“ti-kkumi”) and bags (“baek-kkumi”). On August 24, Eland World’s [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 27 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that young adults in South Korea are at the forefront of changing media consumption habits, with 20-somethings spending an average of 70 minutes daily on online video streaming services (OTT). The “2024 Target Report,” released on August 26 by MezzoMedia, a digital marketing firm under [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a significant shift towards smarter home appliance control, Samsung Electronics reports that one in two users of its 2024 air conditioner models are opting for smartphone apps and voice recognition over traditional remote controls. According to data released by Samsung on August 25, an analysis of 24,798 domestic floor-standing [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study has revealed a significant change in the eating habits of Seoul’s residents over the past decade, with a notable decrease in fruit consumption and an increase in meat intake. According to a report titled “Analysis of Seoul Citizens’ Dietary Habits and Policy Directions” released by the Seoul [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – Nearly 70 percent of moviegoers in July chose to watch mid-budget Korean films, a government report showed Thursday, challenging the conventional belief that big tentpole blockbusters dominate the summer box office. According to a monthly report on the Korean film industry by the Korean Film Commission (KOFIC), the number [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – CJ CGV, South Korea’s largest multiplex cinema chain, announced on August 21 that its subsidiary, CJ 4DPLEX, achieved record-breaking sales last month as more moviegoers are opting for premium theater experiences like ScreenX and 4DX. CJ 4DPLEX, which operates special format theaters in 75 countries worldwide, reported global box office [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – While South Korea’s beer and whisky markets have recently experienced a downturn, Japanese products are bucking the trend with growing popularity, according to recent customs data. From January to July ofthis year, imports of Japanese beer surged to $37.77 million, a 66% increase compared to the same period last year, [...]