1. "South Korea to Invest $8.4 Billion in Oil Expansion Project"

U.S. President Donald Trump has unilaterally asserted that South Korea will invest $8.4 billion in an energy business project. Regarding the Alaska LNG project, he even threatened that if South Korea does not invest, he will charge double the costs elsewhere.

2. Banking Sector Hacking Damage Spreads... Circumstances Point to AI Penetration of Work Systems

Following Shinhan Bank, it has been additionally confirmed that personal information from three more banks—KB Kookmin Bank, Hana Bank, and BNK Busan Bank—has been leaked. With circumstances indicating the use of AI, financial authorities have ordered a comprehensive inspection of all systems exposed to the outside, and police have also launched an internal investigation.

3. Archery Men's Team Secures Second Consecutive Victory... Esports LoL National Team Also Wins Gold

The Asian Games archery men's national team protected the pride of South Korean archery with its second consecutive team event championship. The esports League of Legends national team also defeated Taiwan to achieve its second straight tournament title, showcasing its status as the world's best.

4. Serious Crime Investigation Agency and Prosecution Service Officially Launch Without Heads

The Serious Crime Investigation Agency and the Prosecution Service, symbols of prosecutorial reform separating investigation and indictment, officially launched yesterday (Oct. 2) without agency heads. The Serious Crime Investigation Agency emphasized restrained investigations as its top priority, while the Prosecution Service faced disruptions from day one, including trials being halted over the issue of dispatching independent counsels.