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Rakuten Viki launches Filipino-Korean reality series Kumusta in Seoul
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Rakuten Viki has launched Kumusta, a new Korean-Filipino reality series set in Seoul that spotlights Filipino food, hospitality and culture for viewers across Southeast Asia. The show pairs Ji Chang-wook with Filipino stars and Michelin-starred…
SEOUL NOW wraps New York pop-up, plans bigger return in 2026
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SEOUL NOW: THE COLLECTIVE ended a two-week pop-up in SoHo that aimed to connect emerging Korean fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands with U.S. consumers and buyers.
Sports analytics market projected to hit $6.4B by 2026
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Sports analytics is moving from back-office reporting to a core part of team strategy, fan engagement, and revenue generation.
MagicBody moves rehabilitation Pilates certification online for students outside Seoul
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MagicBody is putting its rehabilitation Pilates instructor certification online for students outside Seoul, overseas learners and working professionals with irregular schedules.
Refurbished fitness equipment market seen reaching $1.9 billion by 2031
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The global refurbished fitness equipment market was valued at $1.1 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $1.9 billion by 2031, growing at a 5.7% CAGR. Rising health awareness, home-gym demand and expanding commercial use are expected to drive…
Gesture recognition market seen reaching $252.18B by 2035
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The gesture recognition market is projected to surge from $40.24 billion in 2026 to $252.18 billion by 2035 as AI, contactless interfaces, and AR/VR adoption accelerate demand across consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare and industrial use…
Optical films market seen doubling to $40.4 billion by 2030
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The global optical films market is projected to rise from $20.6 billion in 2021 to $40.4 billion by 2030 as LCD, LED and OLED display demand grows across consumer electronics.
Comic book market seen reaching $31.2 billion by 2034
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Allied Market Research says the global comic book market will grow from $16.8 billion in 2024 to $31.2 billion by 2034, led by physical comics and Asia-Pacific.
Bonjour Bakery finishes as Viki’s top-viewed variety title in Southeast Asia
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Rakuten Viki says the 8-episode Korean variety show Bonjour Bakery ended as its most-watched variety title in Southeast Asia, driven by strong viewership in Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia.
Star light headliner market seen doubling by 2033
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Persistence Market Research says the global star light headliner market will rise from $624 million in 2026 to $1.14 billion by 2033 as luxury interiors and vehicle customization gain traction.
Craig MackIntosh launches debut novel If I Should Lose You
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Writer, artist and designer Craig MackIntosh has released his first novel, If I Should Lose You, a literary work about love, loss and chance encounters.
Yeri Hye releases dance-pop single Wiggle Ziggle! Boogie Woogie!
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Yeri Hye has released her new electronic dance-pop single, Wiggle Ziggle!
Team Cookie CEO Taejoon Ryu Named to Campaign Asia’s 40 Under 40
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Team Cookie CEO Taejoon Ryu was selected for Campaign Asia’s 40 Under 40, making him the sole Korean honoree on this year’s Asia-Pacific list.
Martha Karpoff novel uses K-drama reference to explore identity and resilience
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Martha Karpoff’s latest novel follows an American widow and a kidnapped South Korean actor trapped together in a shipping container, using the premise to examine cultural identity, trust, and human connection.
MagicBody trains 6,438 rehab Pilates instructors in 14 years
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South Korea-based MagicBody says it has trained 6,438 rehabilitation Pilates instructors since launching its course in 2012, with graduates opening 268 certified studios and teaching in 36 countries.
Global K-pop event market seen doubling by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global K-pop event market will rise from $8.36 billion in 2025 to $17.44 billion by 2035, driven by fan engagement, digital participation and hybrid event formats.
Motifect expands AI 3D motion generation for game and character studios
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Motifect, an AI 3D motion platform from Bumblebee Inc., is broadening its web-based service for creators, game developers and virtual character teams worldwide.
Wearable sensors market seen reaching $26.34B by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global wearable sensors market will grow from $6.17 billion in 2026 to $26.34 billion by 2035, driven by remote patient monitoring reimbursement, lower sensor costs and faster connectivity.
Event pro-AV services market seen doubling by 2031
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The global event pro-AV services market is projected to grow from $28.6 billion in 2021 to $56.9 billion by 2031, according to Allied Market Research.
DAYNESTA’s JOINT DAILY FLOW gains early traction on Wadiz ahead of Canada and Amazon expansion
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DAYNESTA said its JOINT DAILY FLOW joint routine product will debut on the Korean crowdfunding platform Wadiz in mid-April, targeting active adults before joint discomfort becomes a bigger issue.
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