Sharing Economy: Are South Koreans Ready to Use ‘Airbnb for Clothes’?
Some South Korean women are now opting to rent clothes from others instead of buying them. But is this a part of the sharing economy that can really take off?
Some South Korean women are now opting to rent clothes from others instead of buying them. But is this a part of the sharing economy that can really take off?
In a positive ruling for gay rights, a former soldier was recently found not guilty for engaging in sexual intercourse with another male soldier while serving in the South Korean army.
From a Kim Jong-un impersonator to a LOT of curling parodies, the Pyeongchang Olympics, closing today, had its share of humorous moments. Here is our selection.
The world's top two bike-sharing companies, Mobike and Ofo, have finally touched down in South Korea. But less 10 percent of South Koreans cycle every day. Can these companies make it in the country?
Korea's powerful taxi lobby fended off Uber in 2015. Now, it faces a new challenge in the form of Luxi and Poolus, two carpooling apps that offer new transportation alternatives.
South Koreans’ growing love of pets are giving births to a variety of innovative startups. Who are the pioneers of the expanding pet care industry?
Amid white-hot industry competition, South Korea's credit card companies are investing heavily in culture in a bid to attract more customers. Welcome to cultural marketing.
Tinder has revolutionized dating worldwide, making "right-swipe" a widely understood concept in many countries. But why hasn't it caught on in South Korea, despite the country's high demand for matchmaking?
Hyundai builds "the world's blackest building" at the Pyeongchang Olympics. But the message wants you to take home is clear: hydrogen is the future.
It's been almost one year since Tesla made its pivot to South Korea. Can the country's terrible air quality and South Koreans' flare for luxury cars help boost up Tesla's minimal presence in the country?
The placard bearers in Pyeongchang Olympics opening ceremony have been dubbed the "snowflake fairies" by a local media outlet. There may be a reason why all 30 bearers were beautiful women. Check out the recruitment ad.
As South Korean and international media churn out reams of commentary and speculation, how are North Korean media presenting their country's high-level visit to Pyeongchang Olympics?