Woofun AI reports that the South Korean government has designated Hwaseong City Dongtan District, Yongin City Giheung District, and Guri City as speculation areas due to rising housing prices linked to the semiconductor industry. Stricter loan restrictions will take effect on July 1, while land transaction permits will be required starting July 5. These measures aim to curb speculative purchases and protect genuine housing demand. With Seoul apartment prices rising for 73 consecutive weeks, the new rules expand restricted zones to include 25 districts in Seoul and 15 regions in Gyeonggi Province.