Gadeokdo Airport and the High Cost of Rushing Infrastructure
Korea’s offshore Gadeokdo Airport project is on a tight schedule, but global precedents like Japan’s Kansai show the risks of building fast on uncertain ground.
Maru Kim
Busan's Compact City Dream Risks Becoming an Urban Mirage
Busan plans to revitalize subway station areas with dense mixed-use developments. But with rising vacancies and declining demand, critics warn the strategy may backfire unless it prioritizes communities over construction.
Saving Schools Is Not Enough: How Korea Must Reinvent Teacher Preparation
Institutional mergers may address enrollment declines, but without upgrading teacher training standards, Korea’s education competitiveness will continue to erode.
The Future of National Sovereignty Lies in Securing Digital Identity Infrastructure
Recent data breaches and authentication failures demonstrate that mobile-based digital identity systems have become critical national security infrastructure. Without public oversight, nations remain exposed to systemic risks.
SKT SIM Breach: Why Changing Your SIM Doesn’t End the Attack
SKT’s massive SIM data breach may have prompted a nationwide card replacement, but that doesn’t mean users are safe. Here’s why attackers can still clone, spoof, and hijack mobile identities—long after the SIM is swapped.
SKT Data Breach Shows Why Korea Needs Punitive Damages
SK Telecom’s massive breach compromised more than personal data—it exposed the cryptographic backbone of South Korea’s mobile infrastructure. Now, experts warn, replacing SIM cards isn’t nearly enough.
The Best Car-Free Running Route in Busan? Try Eulsukdo Island
Eulsukdo Island in Busan offers more than a run—it offers a rare space to breathe, listen, and slow down. A story of movement and quiet renewal.