Bitcoin ETF momentum builds in South Korea as regulation lags behind

In recent developments, with trading-hour extensions and digital finance upgrades underway, Korea Exchange is positioning for crypto ETFs while approvals remain stalled. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

South Korea fines Korbit $1.8M over compliance failures

In recent developments, most breaches involved failures in customer due diligence and identity verification processes. The action coincides with reports of a potential majority acquisition by Mirae Asset. The case…

North Korea-linked theft and poor key security dominate Web3 losses: Hacken

In recent developments, hacken says Web3 losses climbed to nearly $4 billion in 2025, with North Korea behind over half the damage, and regulators are under pressure to turn security…

Coinbase and Korea Premiums Flash Green While Bitcoin’s December Chaos Deepens

In recent developments, recent data shows the Coinbase Premium Index has finally clawed its way out of a long streak of discounts since the end of October, and it’s now…

South Korea to impose bank-level liability on crypto exchanges after Upbit ha…

In recent developments, south Korea plans to hold crypto exchanges to the same no-fault compensation standards as banks after an Upbit hack exposed major gaps in consumer protection. Looking closer,…

South Korea’s Upbit Reports $36 Million Loss in Solana Hot-Wallet Breach

In recent developments, south Korea’s largest crypto exchange halted services and shifted assets to cold storage after detecting unauthorized withdrawals. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as liquidity…

South Korea targets sub-$680 crypto transfers in sweeping AML crackdown

In recent developments, south Korea’s AML overhaul introduces stricter reporting, bans offenders from owning VASPs and implements preemptive freezes to prevent illicit crypto flows. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

South Korea targets sub-$680 crypto transfers in sweeping AML crackdown

In recent developments, south Korea’s AML overhaul introduces stricter reporting, bans offenders from owning VASPs, and implements preemptive freezes to prevent illicit crypto flows. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

South Korea stablecoin framework stalls as regulators split over banks’ role

In recent developments, regulators and the Bank of Korea remain at odds over bank dominance in issuing won-backed stablecoins, stalling a long-awaited framework expected this year. Looking closer, market participants…

South Korea’s Upbit parent plans US IPO after Naver merger: Report

In recent developments, uS investors could soon get exposure to South Korea’s active crypto market, as crypto exchange Upbit’s parent company, Dunamu, reportedly eyes a Nasdaq listing. Looking closer, market…