South Korea’s AI property boom puts pressure on president
- Posted on September 8, 2026
- By Financial Times
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South Korea's artificial intelligence sector is driving unprecedented real estate inflation in Seoul, creating significant political challenges for President Lee Jae Myung. Soaring property values are fueling widespread discontent among younger demographics, who face mounting barriers to homeownership. This housing crisis, amplified by AI industry speculation, represents a critical vulnerability for the administration as economic inequality concerns intensify across the nation's urban centers.
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