KT, 1분기 영업익 29% 감소…해킹 여파 지속

KT's sharp decline in profit illustrates the severe long-term financial and reputational impact that large-scale security breaches can have on major telecommunications providers. The strategic shift toward AI Transformation (AX) and B2B sectors like AICC and Cloud represents a critical effort to pivot from stagnating traditional markets to high-growth digital platforms. This situation emphasizes that building a robust security infrastructure is not just a technical requirement but a foundational element for sustainable corporate growth.