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South Korea Introduces Basic Mobile Data Access Right for All Citizens

·2026.04.12 23:32

Key point

A basic access right will be introduced that allows continued use at 400kbps even after data is exhausted.

Details

The government is implementing a system guaranteeing a basic mobile data access right for all citizens. Even when the data limit is exceeded, unlimited downloads will be provided at 400kbps speed, maintaining a minimum connection instead of a complete cutoff.

The three major telecom carriers, SK Telecom, KT, and LG Uplus, are participating. This can be seen as a policy direction that guarantees a minimum level of mobile data usage like public infrastructure.

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