National Assembly Research Service: SK Telecom Can Legally Waive Penalties for Users Affected by SIM Hacking Incident

Amid growing public backlash over a recent SIM card hacking incident, pressure is mounting on SK Telecom to waive early termination fees for affected customers who wish to switch carriers. A new legal opinion from South Korea’s National Assembly Research Service has added weight to these calls, stating that there is a legitimate legal basis for the company to exempt users from penalties. Accord..