{
  "id": 2513189,
  "title": "G-Dragon says he can't use mobile banking, relies on wealth manager",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/g-dragon-says-he-cant-use-mobile-banking-relies-on-wealth-manager-2513189",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-22T06:22:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20260822/g-dragon-says-he-cant-use-mobile-banking-relies-on-wealth-manager"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "K-pop star G-Dragon has revealed that he does not use mobile banking and instead relies on a professional to manage his finances. During an appearance on the web variety show \"Pinggyego\" to celebrate BIGBANG's 20th anniversary, G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung discussed banking and mobile banking options. When asked if he can handle banking through mobile, G-Dragon responded that he cannot. He explained that while he can visit a branch and speak directly with a bank employee, he is unable to manage his assets through mobile banking. Daesung agreed, stating that he prefers to handle his banking in person and through customer service representatives.",
  "summary": "K-pop star G-Dragon has revealed that he does not use mobile banking and relies on a professional to manage his financial affairs. G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung appeared as guests on an episode of web variety show “Pinggyego” on Saturday, as BIGBANG celebrates its 20th anniversary. During the episode, the members discussed how to use kiosks and mobile banking. When the topic turned to mobile…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "G-Dragon says he can't use mobile banking, relies on wealth manager",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/g-dragon-says-he-cant-use-mobile-banking-relies-on-wealth-manager",
        "published": "2026-08-22T06:12:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}