South Korea weighs ending one-bank rule for crypto exchanges: Report

In recent developments, south Korea is reportedly reviewing exclusive bank partnerships for crypto exchanges as regulators assess competition and prepare the Digital Asset Basic Act. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

South Korea busts $100M underground remittance ring using WeChat, crypto: Report

In recent developments, south Korea’s customs agency charged three suspects over a more than $100 million crypto-linked remittance scheme using WeChat Pay and Alipay, per Yonhap. Looking closer, market participants…

Upbit Towers Over Rivals as South Korea’s Primary Crypto Liquidity Hub, Res…

In recent developments, liquidity on South Korea’s cryptocurrency exchanges looks deceptively simple on the surface, but Kaiko Research finds that beneath the headline volumes lies a far more nuanced—and occasionally…

South Korea Tightens Crypto Access as Google Play Blocks Unregistered Exchanges

In recent developments, a new app store crackdown has landed in South Korea as lawmakers formalize a framework for tokenized securities. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts…

Korea University Blockchain Institute Partners With Injective as Validator in…

In recent developments, korea University’s Blockchain Research Institute has partnered with Injective, joining its global ecosystem as a validator to strengthen ties between academia and the blockchain industry. Validator Participation…

South Korea to lift ban on corporate crypto investment: Report

In recent developments, south Korea’s FSC reportedly shared guidelines allowing listed companies to invest up to 5% of equity in the top 20 cryptocurrencies, ending a 2017 ban. Looking closer,…

Why South Korea is struggling to decide who can issue stablecoins

In recent developments, south Korea’s stablecoin rules are stalled as regulators clash over whether banks or fintechs should issue won-backed tokens. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…

Highlights from Korea Blockchain Week 2025: The Role of Culture and Community…

In recent developments, this content is provided by a sponsor. From K-pop stages to hacker houses, KBW2025 showed that blockchain is more than finance – it’s a global cultural movement…

South Korea considers pre-emptive crypto account freezes, report says

In recent developments, the proposal highlights South Korea’s push to align crypto oversight with securities markets, raising stakes for exchanges and traders alike. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Insights from Korea Blockchain Week 2025: Why Asia is Shaping the Future of B…

In recent developments, this content is provided by a sponsor. As regulators, institutions, and innovators converge in Seoul, KBW2025 reveals how Asia has become the engine driving crypto’s next global…