Republic of Korea: Communications Commission announced investigation into Korea Telecom over allegedly misleading advertising practices

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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 …

Scope

Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

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2025-07-16
under deliberation

On 16 July 2025, the Communications Commission (KCC) announced the commencement of a fact-finding i…