South Korea tightens crypto licensing rules for exchanges and shareholders

In recent developments, regulators gain wider discretion to vet shareholders, finances and controls as South Korea tightens crypto market access. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as liquidity…

South Korea’s central bank flags FX risks as lawmakers debate stablecoin is…

In recent developments, south Korea’s stablecoin debate remains stalled as the central bank raises concerns over capital flows, issuer oversight and US dollar-linked risks. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

South Korea loses $48 million in seized Bitcoin to phishing scam: Report

In recent developments, prosecutors in South Korea reportedly discovered the Bitcoin was missing during a routine inspection of seized financial assets. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…

South Korea’s Benchmark Index Hits Historic Milestone Despite Global Market…

In recent developments, south Korea’s Kospi index crossed the 5,000 mark for the first time on Jan. 22, defying global market turbulence caused by U.S. President Donald Trump’s Greenland takeover…

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,…