South Korea's YouTubers emerge as force driving political rancor

Recent violent attack and upcoming elections draw scrutiny of influential platform

20240118KoSungkook.jpeg

Ko Sung-kook operates a popular YouTube channel offering political commentary. (Photo by Steven Borowiec)

STEVEN BOROWIEC, Nikkei staff writer

SEOUL -- Ko Sung-kook's office in Seoul buzzed as researchers prepared show notes and a constant flow of visitors filtered in and out of the cramped space.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.