Korea NewsWire Hits 1 Million Press Release Milestone, Cementing Its Role as Korea's Premier PR Infrastructure

Korea NewsWire (www.newswire.co.kr), the nation’s leading press release distribution platform, announced that it has surpassed 1 million cumulative distributions as of May 14. Since its founding in 2004, Korea NewsWire has spent 22 years evolving into the backbone of South Korea's digital PR landscape, consistently expanding its reach and setting the standard for reliable, high-impact media communications.

A Trusted PR Platform for 47,000 Companies and Organizations

Surpassing the 1-million-mark is a testament to the enduring trust of the PR community. To date, 47,000 organizations—including nearly 29,000 businesses and over 18,000 PR agencies—rely on Korea NewsWire to amplify their message. By providing a scalable channel for every type of entity, from global conglomerates and public institutions to emerging startups, Korea NewsWire has established itself as the most comprehensive PR network in South Korea.

Delivering 5,800 Global Brands to the Korean Press

In partnership with Business Wire, Korea NewsWire has distributed releases from 5,800 global companies to the Korean media since 2013. This vital partnership enables international businesses to navigate the local media landscape and reach Korean audiences with precision and authority.

Supporting 237 Startups Through Pro Bono PR

Korea NewsWire remains committed to corporate social responsibility through its ‘Startup PR Support’ initiative. To date, the project has provided free distribution services to 237 early-stage ventures less than two years old, offering each company a support package valued at KRW 300,000. By lowering the barrier to media exposure, Korea NewsWire is helping high-potential startups build the visibility needed to scale and thrive.

“Surpassing one million distributions is more than a numerical milestone; it is a 22-year record of how 47,000 organizations have shared their stories with the world through our platform,” said Shin Dong-ho, CEO of Korea NewsWire. “As we look toward the next million, we will continue to strengthen Korea‘s PR infrastructure by integrating AI-powered writing tools and expanding our global distribution network to ensure our clients’ voices carry even further.”

The historic 1-millionth press release was issued by WYS EN SCÈNE (https://www.newswire.co.kr/newsRead.php?no=1034414), a hybrid performing arts production studio. To commemorate the achievement, Korea NewsWire presented the studio with a complimentary distribution voucher. WYS EN SCÈNE reaches audiences across cinema, TV, and mobile screens worldwide through its own OTT platform, ILLUON, and an expansive global partner network.

About Korea NewsWire

Korea NewsWire is South Korea’s premier PR technology company, operating the nation’s leading distribution service, NewsWire (https://www.koreanewswire.co.kr/?sd=45), and the innovative all-in-one PR solution, MediaBee. Since 2004, Korea NewsWire has set the industry standard with a robust network of 7,000 media outlets and 43,000 journalists. Through a strategic partnership with Business Wire, a Berkshire Hathaway company, the platform extends its reach to 100,000 media outlets across 162 countries, empowering domestic brands to amplify their stories on the global stage.

The company’s latest evolution, MediaBee (www.mediabee.com), is an integrated PR platform designed to streamline the entire communications lifecycle—from AI-assisted writing and distribution to real-time monitoring and comprehensive coverage analysis. By consolidating complex workflows into a single, intuitive interface, Korea NewsWire continues to drive digital transformation for 47,000 corporate PR teams and agencies worldwide.

언론연락처: Korea NewsWire Kim Younglock 82-2-737-3600

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