Counterfeit Crisis Exposes Weak Links in Korea’s Startup IP Protection Framework
Korea’s thriving startup and SME ecosystem, long celebrated for driving K-beauty, lifestyle, and cultural exports, is facing a mounting crisis. ...
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Beyond 2025 National Audit: Korea’s MSS Bets on AI, Youth Founders, and Regional Venture Funds to Drive Inclusive Innovation
Following intense parliamentary scrutiny over technology protection and policy execution, Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) is steering toward ...
Korea’s SME Policy Audit Exposes Deep Structural Flaws in Technology Protection and Platform Fairness
Korea’s 2025 parliamentary audit has revealed a growing disconnect between government policy ambitions and execution on the ground. Lawmakers scrutinized ...
Korea’s SME Tech Protection on Trial: Doowon and Hyundai Kefico Case Shows Why Stronger Enforcement Matters
South Korea’s efforts to safeguard small business innovation are being tested in the auto sector. Two major suppliers, Doowon Climate ...
SME Tech Protection Enters a New Era: Korea’s Government – Police Collaboration Aims at Deterrence and Relief
Technology theft remains one of the biggest threats to Korea’s innovation economy, undermining startups and deterring foreign investment. Now, a ...