Republic of Korea: Communications Commission investigation into Korea Telecom over allegedly misleading advertising practices
Progress
Current status
under deliberation
16 Jul 2025 under deliberation
Scope
Implementers
Republic of Korea
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Communications Commission announced investigation into Korea Telecom over allegedly misleading advertising practices
On 16 July 2025, the Communications Commission (KCC) announced the commencement of a fact-finding investigation into Korea Telecom's (KT) advertising practices. This investigation follows allegations that KT used the SK Telecom cybersecurity breach …
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
announcement
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body