Yahoo to close Korean unit by end of 2012

News Broadband Korea, Republic of 19 OKT 2012
Yahoo to close Korean unit by end of 2012
Yahoo! plans to close its Korean business at the end of this year. This decision is part of its efforts to streamline operations and focus on resources to building a strong global business.

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