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Datavault AI CEO to Present at XRP Seoul 2026, Demonstrating Tokenization Leadership
Datavault AI's CEO will present at XRP Seoul 2026 on October 3, showcasing the company's tokenization technology and distributing a limited-edition di...

South Korea's Crypto Tax Delay Battle: Investors Push for Postponement as 2027 Deadline Looms
South Korean investors are making a fourth attempt to delay the country's planned cryptocurrency tax, set to take effect in 2027, raising questions ab...

Evolution Metals & Technologies Guides Fiscal 2027 Revenue to $400 Million as Pohang Expansion Advances
Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. projects a massive revenue jump in fiscal 2027 driven by its Pohang expansion, which will increase rare earth ma...
Aolani and FriendliAI Join Forces to Meet Soaring AI Inference Demand
Aolani will supply GPU cloud infrastructure to FriendliAI, addressing the critical compute shortage for production-scale AI inference and signaling As...

CENTRESTAGE 2026 Sets New Attendance Record with Over 12,000 Buyers, Signaling Strong Global Sourcing Demand
The 11th CENTRESTAGE fashion fair in Hong Kong concluded with record attendance, highlighting robust international buyer interest and the growing impo...

CENTRESTAGE 2026 Opens with Record Exhibitor Numbers, Debuts Hype2 Streetwear Pavilion
Asia's premier fashion event CENTRESTAGE kicks off in Hong Kong with a record 270 brands from 24 countries, introducing the new Hype2 streetwear pavil...

Hyundai's New Battery Technology Aims to Boost EV Production and Sales
Hyundai is accelerating its EV strategy with new in-house battery technology that promises higher output, faster charging, and lower costs, targeting ...

Energy Fuels Completes Acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials, Solidifying Western Rare Earth Supply Chain
Energy Fuels' acquisition of ASM adds commercial-scale rare earth metals and alloys capabilities, marking a pivotal step toward establishing a Western...
YesAsia Holdings Replicates Record High Half-Year Results: Revenue Grows 23.2% to US$301.51 Million; Net Profit Surges 30.0% to US$18.30 Million
YesAsia Holdings' record half-year results underscore the strength of its dual-engine B2C-B2B model and strategic investments in logistics and O2O int...

Veterans Edu Expands Live Online SAT Classes for Korean Students in U.S. Time Zones
Veterans Edu now offers live online SAT classes scheduled for North American time zones, addressing time-zone challenges for Korean students in the U....

Global Pastors Unite to Condemn Religious Freedom Violations in South Korea
The first Joint Assembly of World Pastors, held on August 13, brought together 3,000 pastors from around the world to denounce the South Korean govern...

International Rights Groups Urge South Korea to Uphold Religious Freedom in High-Profile Detention Cases
Human rights organizations raise alarms over South Korea's treatment of elderly religious leaders, calling for adherence to international standards an...

Viromed Medical Expands ViroCAP® Distribution to Six New Markets
Viromed Medical AG signs distribution partnerships for its cold plasma device ViroCAP® in Spain, Portugal, Greece, the Balkans, Romania, and Saudi Ara...

International Rights Groups Urge South Korea to Uphold Religious Freedom and Due Process
A coalition of international human rights organizations has called on South Korea to review the pretrial detention of elderly religious leaders, citin...

European Scholars Urge South Korea to Release Aging Shincheonji Founder Pending Trial
European scholars and human rights advocates are calling for the release of Shincheonji founder Lee Man-hee from pre-trial detention, citing humanitar...

International Rights Groups Raise Alarm Over Freedom of Religion and Expression in South Korea
At a press conference in Seoul, international human rights organizations expressed concerns about the detention of elderly religious leaders and broad...

HKTDC August Fairs to Spotlight Wellness with Record International Participation
The HKTDC's five August fairs, themed 'Live Well. Stay Well', will feature over 1,850 exhibitors from 30+ countries, introducing new zones and first-t...

Markets Whipsaw as Big Tech Earnings, KOSPI Rout, and SpaceX Slide Dominate Episode 812 of DH Unplugged
Episode 812 of DH Unplugged dissects volatile markets driven by Big Tech earnings, a Korean stock market collapse, and SpaceX's post-IPO decline, high...

Coal Imports into Asia Continue Their Rebound
Thermal coal imports into Asia surge for a third consecutive month, highlighting the region's ongoing reliance on coal despite renewable commitments.

European Scholars Urge South Korea to Release Elderly Religious Leader, Citing Human Rights Concerns
European academics and human rights experts condemn the detention of 95-year-old Shincheonji Church Chairman Lee Man-hee, arguing it violates internat...

Antifog Films Sheets Market to Nearly Double by 2036 as Food Packaging and Cold-Chain Demand Surge
The global antifog films sheets market is set to grow from $4.3 billion in 2026 to $8.9 billion by 2036, driven by rising demand for clear food packag...

Fiber-Based Beverage Multipack Carriers Market Projected to Reach $1.61 Billion by 2036 as Sustainability Drives Adoption
The global fiber-based beverage multipack carriers market is forecast to grow at a 9.2% CAGR from $668.3 million in 2026 to $1,610.0 million by 2036, ...

Flow Cytometry Diagnostics Market Poised to Reach $3.5 Billion by 2036, Driven by MRD Testing and Multiparametric Analysis
The global flow cytometry diagnostics market is projected to grow from $1.5 billion in 2026 to $3.5 billion by 2036 at an 8.9% CAGR, fueled by rising ...

Samsung Enters U.S. Financial Services with Barclays-Branded Credit Card
Samsung launched its first U.S. credit card in partnership with Barclays, signaling the tech giant's expansion into financial services and potential i...

Faith Leaders Unite in 'Faith in Freedom' Prayer Event to Stand Against Religious Persecution
An interfaith prayer gathering in Atlanta brought together leaders from multiple religions to condemn religious persecution worldwide and launch a coa...

International Human Rights Group Raises Concerns Over Discrimination Against Shincheonji Church Members
An international human rights organization submitted a statement to the UN Human Rights Council warning that unsubstantiated stigma against Shincheonj...

Solvent Dehydration Chemicals Market to Reach USD 2,078.2 Million by 2036 as Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and High-Purity Solvent Recovery Accelerate Global Demand
The global solvent dehydration chemicals market is projected to grow from USD 980.6 million in 2026 to USD 2,078.2 million by 2036, driven by rising d...

European Scholars Condemn Detention of 95-Year-Old Shincheonji Leader, Warn of Damage to South Korea's Reputation
European scholars and human rights experts are calling for the release of Lee Man-hee, the 95-year-old chairman of Shincheonji Church, arguing his det...

LED Scalp Brushes Market to Reach USD 2.6 Billion by 2036 as Scalp-First Haircare Drives Growth
The global LED scalp brushes market is projected to grow from USD 1.0 billion in 2026 to USD 2.6 billion by 2036, driven by consumer adoption of scalp...

SDR Drone's Common Architecture Challenges Single-Use Drone Model Across Eight Mission Domains
SDR Drone unveils a unified technology platform supporting 13 production models across eight application domains, reducing costs and complexity by sta...

European Scholars Condemn Detention of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader, Warn of Damage to South Korea's Reputation
European scholars of religion and human rights experts are calling for the release of Shincheonji Church Chairman Lee Man-hee, arguing his detention v...

U.N. Human Rights Council Submission Highlights Discrimination Concerns Over Shincheonji Church Members Abroad
An international human rights NGO has urged the U.N. to address the spread of discrimination and stigma against Shincheonji Church members, warning th...

European Scholars Condemn Detention of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader, Urge South Korea to Release Shincheonji Chairman
European academics and human rights experts criticize the detention of Shincheonji Church Chairman Lee Man-hee as a violation of international law and...

U.N. Rights Group Raises Alarm Over Discrimination Against Shincheonji Members Abroad
An international human rights organization has submitted a statement to the U.N. Human Rights Council warning that unfounded stigma against Shincheonj...

Hallmark Venture Group Inc. (HLLK) Positions SDR Drone as a Vertically Integrated UAS Leader
SDR Drone, operating under Hallmark Venture Group, is commercializing a vertically integrated drone ecosystem spanning defense, public-safety, industr...

Paper Recycling Surfactants Market Set to Nearly Double to USD 1.9 Billion by 2036, Driven by Performance-Based Mill Chemistry
The paper recycling surfactants market is projected to grow from USD 980.7 million in 2026 to USD 1,911.2 million by 2036, as mills shift towards adva...

Offshore Gas Detection System Market Set to Reach $3.9 Billion by 2036, Driven by Safety and Compliance
The global offshore gas detection system market is projected to grow from $1.86 billion in 2026 to $3.94 billion by 2036 at a CAGR of 7.8%, fueled by ...

Heat Seal Paper Coatings Market Projected to Nearly Triple by 2036 Driven by Recyclability and PFAS Reformulation
The global heat seal paper coatings market is set to grow from $1,480.6 million in 2026 to $3,736.8 million by 2036, driven by food packaging recyclab...

Detention of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader Lee Man-hee Sparks International Criticism Over Religious Freedom in South Korea
The detention and prosecution of Shincheonji Church leader Lee Man-hee, coupled with public remarks by South Korea's Justice Minister quoting a Bible ...

Ice Rescue Equipment Market Set to Reach USD 1,090.6 Million by 2036, Driven by Emergency Preparedness and Training Investments
The global ice rescue equipment market is projected to grow from USD 620.6 million in 2026 to USD 1,090.6 million by 2036, fueled by increased public ...

South Korea Pours $1 Trillion into Chip and AI Dominance
South Korea's massive $1 trillion investment plan for semiconductors and AI aims to secure its technological leadership and reshape the competitive la...

Detention of 95-Year-Old Religious Leader Sparks International Concern Over South Korea's Judicial Conduct
The detention and prosecution of Shincheonji Church leader Lee Man-hee, combined with Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho's public remarks citing a Bible ...

Furniture Scratch Resistant Coatings Market to Hit $3.63 Billion by 2036 as OEMs Prioritize Durability and Sustainability
The global furniture scratch resistant coatings market is projected to grow from $1.74 billion in 2025 to $3.63 billion by 2036, driven by OEM demand ...

Inline OCR Validation for Packaging Lines Market to Reach USD 661.0 Million by 2036 Driven by Traceability and Automation
The global inline OCR validation for packaging lines market is projected to grow from USD 248.0 million in 2026 to USD 661.0 million by 2036, driven b...

Private Label Freeze Dried Fruits Market Projected to Reach USD 1,355.9 Million by 2036 as Retail Brands Expand Premium Fruit Snack Offerings
The global private label freeze dried fruits market is set to grow from USD 750 million in 2026 to USD 1,355.9 million by 2036, driven by consumer dem...

Asia's Thermal Coal Imports Surge to Six-Month High Amid Middle East Instability
Geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East are driving a significant increase in thermal coal imports across Asia, with June volumes forecast to reac...

Powerline Inspection Robots Market to Surge to $3.2 Billion by 2036 Driven by AI and Grid Modernization
The global powerline inspection robots market is projected to grow from $760.6 million in 2026 to $3,185.8 million by 2036 at a 15.4% CAGR, fueled by ...

Footwear Foam Additives Market Projected to Reach $2.97 Billion by 2036, Driven by Lightweight and High-Performance Demand
The global footwear foam additives market is set to grow from $1.38 billion in 2025 to $2.97 billion by 2036, fueled by innovations in lightweight, du...
