K-Wave Stateside: K-Pop Stories In American News (Week Of August 11 - 17, 2014)
KCON 2014 Doubled Its Attendance of K-Pop Fans
News media Billboard published an article regarding how KCON 2014 brought in more fans compared to last year. According to Billboard, the total number of K-Pop fans who attended KCON was over 42,000. During those two days, there were many fun activities and performances for attendees to enjoy.
Microsoft Uses 2NE1's Single Titled, "I Am the Best"
News media Billboard featured an article regarding international tech giant Microsoft using 2NE1's single titled, "I Am The Best" in a recent commercial. According to Billboard, Microsoft is using the catchy song to enforce the notion that they are "the best" tech company.
2NE1's music video has received more than 96 million views on YouTube.