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JoongAng Ilbo cites a TCV researcher on femtocell security

JoongAng Ilbo quoted a TCV researcher in its coverage of the KT unauthorized micropayment case.

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On September 11, 2025, JoongAng Ilbo reported on the investigation into an illicit small cell, or femtocell, in connection with unauthorized micropayments affecting KT mobile users.

TCV's mention

The article quoted a TCV researcher on potential risks to subscriber identifiers and a possible micropayment-abuse scenario. He also said the findings of the joint public-private investigation should be awaited. His comments were an expert assessment, not a statement of the investigation's outcome.

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