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Naver and Uber end membership tie-up

The companies let their Naver Plus-Uber One partnership expire after a year as Uber struggled to gain ground against Kakao T.

2026.10.11

Kakao Mobility, key execs indicted for fair trade violations over blocking rival ride requests

Prosecutors on Monday indicted Kakao Mobility, its chief executive and other executives on charges of violating fair trade laws over allegations that the company blocked taxi ride requests to pressure rival franchise operators.

2026.1.26

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Taxis waiting for customers are parked at a street in Andong, North Gyeongsang, on March 27. [YONHAP]

Kakao Mobility, Uber Korea rev up competition with taxi subscription service

Kakao Mobility and Uber Taxi Korea are launching rival subscription plans, with both companies offering discount programs in what they claim is a bid to enhance customer satisfaction.

2025.8.27

A nighttime self-driving taxi operates on a street in southern Seoul in a photo provided by the Seoul city government on Wednesday. [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

Self-driving taxis to roam Gangnam's streets at night from Thursday

The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on Wednesday that a pilot program featuring three autonomous taxis will commence, marking the first of its kind in the country. The taxis will operate from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. on weekdays.

2024.9.25

Pictured is a Kakao Blue taxi operated by Kakao Mobility at Seoul Station, central Seoul in February 2023. [YONHAP]

Kakao Mobility's 'k.ride' taxi app offers live translation for foreign travelers

Kakao Mobility, Korea's largest ride-hailing service provider, launched a new "global" app catered to foreign travelers in Korea.

2024.6.4

A Kakao T Blue taxi parked near Seoul station in February, 2023 [YONHAP]

Kakao Mobility launches app tool for calling accessible taxis

Kakao Mobility will launch a new feature on its app to provide better access to cab-calling for disabled people, older adults and pregnant women.

2024.1.23

Payment options and navigating websites and the country is getting easier, thanks to Korea Tourism Organization's efforts. [AHN DA-YOUNG]

Korea Tourism Organization heeds complaints of foreign travelers

Foreign travelers to Korea have raised complaints about difficulties navigating the country's transportation system. The Korea Tourism Organization acknowledged the issues and has begun to tackle the problem.

2023.11.29

Kakao Mobility's Ride-hailing service Kakao T will become available in 37 countries by the end of 2023. [KAKAO MOBILITY]

Kakao T to become available in 37 countries, including U.S., Australia, Taiwan

Kakao Mobility's ride-hailing service Kakao T will become available in 37 countries by the end of this year, with the Korean mobility firm set to expand its footprint in Australia, Taiwan, the Middle East and the United States.

2023.11.24

Kakao Mobility promises complete overhaul amid controversy

Kakao Mobility will expand its taxi-hailing app to include third-party operators following President Yoon Suk Yeol's criticism of its market dominance. It also denied rumors that its parent company is considering a sell-off.

2023.11.7

Kakao Mobility said it will overhaul its taxi business' commission system on Wednesday evening. [NEWS1]

Kakao Mobility to revamp taxi commissions after President Yoon criticism

Kakao Mobility said it will shake up the commission structure of its taxi business as Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol slammed the mobility firm for its monopolistic position.

2023.11.2