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…
Tariff King Strikes Again: Trump Raises Tariffs on South Korean Imports to 25%
In recent developments, president Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff increase on South Korean imports arriving in the U.S., including cars, lumber, and pharmaceutical products. Trump stated that the South…
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’s Coinone weighs stake sale amid Coinbase speculation
In recent developments, south Korean crypto exchange Coinone has reportedly begun selling major shareholder stakes, with Coinbase rumored to be eyeing a strategic entry. 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…
South Korea limits foreign crypto exchange access as Google Play enforces lic…
In recent developments, only VASP-registered platforms will stay available on the Play Store. Local exchanges like Upbit and Bithumb could gain more market share. Some traders may shift towards DeFi…
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…
