South Korea Ordains Robot Monk Ahead of Buddha’s Birthday
In recent developments, a Unitree Robotics humanoid joins the Jogye Order, South Korea’s largest Buddhist sect. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts who are evaluating potential implications…
Bitcoin Premium in South Korea Hits 2% for First Time Since Pre-War Market Shock
In recent developments, with bitcoin trading above the $80,000 threshold, bitcoin prices in South Korea have carried premiums approaching 2%, marking their highest level since late February. The move follows…
South Korea Pushes 22% Crypto Tax on Gains Above $1,850 Starting in January
In recent developments, the Ministry of Economy and Finance has officially confirmed that South Korea will begin taxing virtual assets starting January 2027. Official Stance on Implementation Timeline A top…
South Korea confirms 22% crypto tax starting January 2027: Report
In recent developments, south Korea’s Finance Ministry has reportedly confirmed for the first time that a 22% tax on crypto gains will proceed as scheduled in January 2027. Looking closer,…
Samsung SDS wins deal to build South Korea’s blockchain securities system: …
In recent developments, the Korea Securities Depository platform is expected to go live by February 2027, aligning with South Korea’s incoming security token framework. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…
South Korea crypto sector warns AML proposal goes too far: Report
In recent developments, crypto industry body DAXA said the proposed rules could push suspicious transaction reports from South Korea’s five largest exchanges to more than 5.4 million a year, Yonhap…
South Africa draft bill would tighten crypto capital controls
In recent developments, south Africa’s draft capital flow rules would bring crypto under exchange controls, with declaration duties, transaction limits and tougher penalties. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…
South Korea tax agency opens bidding for crypto tracing tool
In recent developments, south Korea’s tax authority is looking to build crypto transaction tracking software that can help track potential tax evaders. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…
Ripple teams with Kyobo on South Korea tokenized bond settlement
In recent developments, ripple and Kyobo Life are piloting tokenized government bond settlement as South Korea builds rules for token securities and digital asset payments. Looking closer, market participants highlight…
South Korea fines Coinone $3.5M, orders partial business suspension: Reports
In recent developments, coinone is the second to face South Korea’s crackdown on exchanges in the last month, following a $24 million fine and a six-month partial suspension order against…
