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Korea’s Crypto Leap: FSC to Permit Institutional Investors to Open Virtual Asset Trading Accounts in H2

[Feb 17 5:30 AM] Starting in the second half of the year, South Korea will allow certain institutional investors, including listed companies, to open virtual asset trading accounts. Risks of Institutional Participation South Korea will allow certain institutional…

South Korea’s Bitcoin Premium Outpaces Global Markets

[Feb 10 4:45 PM] As bitcoin maintains its orbit just north of $97,000 globally, South Korea’s digital currency enthusiasts are navigating a stratospheric valuation of $101,479 per unit—a celestial discrepancy rooted in local dynamics. South Korea’s Crypto Fever…

Korea Exchange Chief Pushes for Crypto ETFs to Boost Markets

[Feb 10 4:30 AM] South Korea must embrace cryptocurrency ETFs now to stay ahead, says the Korea Exchange chairman, calling them a game-changer for market growth and financial innovation. Crypto ETFs Are the Future: Korea Exchange Chairman Pushes for Approval Jung…

Authorities Target First Crypto Pump-and-Dump Under New South Korean Law

[Jan 17 5:30 AM] South Korea has cracked down on a pump-and-dump scheme, accusing a suspect of rapid price manipulation under the country’s new crypto regulatory framework. New Crypto Law in Action: Suspect Accused of Rapid Price Manipulation South Korea’s…

Upbit Under Fire: South Korean Regulator Orders Halt on New Users

[Jan 16 5:30 PM] The South Korean Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has ordered Upbit to temporarily halt services for new users after finding numerous violations of the Specific Financial Transaction Information Act. South Korean Crypto Industry Watches Upbit Case…

Upbit crypto exchange receives suspension notice in South Korea

[Jan 16 10:52 AM] Upbit must respond to the FSC’s suspension notice by Jan. 20 or face restrictions on new registrations on the platform for six months.

South Korea reports first crypto ‘pump and dump’ case under new law

[Jan 16 10:02 AM] South Korean authorities have indicted suspects for unfair crypto trading involving artificial price inflation and subsequent token dumping, known as a pump and dump.

South Korea postpones decision on corporate crypto investments

[Jan 15 8:37 AM] The regulators focused on crypto investor protection and new stablecoin rules while postponing the question of corporate crypto trading.

US, Japan, South Korea warn of rising North Korean crypto hacking threats

[Jan 14 12:34 PM] North Korea-affiliated hackers stole at least $1.34 billion worth of digital assets in 2024.

Upbit flags IOST for caution ahead of layer-2 transition

[Jan 13 10:36 AM] Upbit has warned investors as IOST plans a layer-2 transition, with 21 billion new tokens and a tokenomics overhaul.

Corporate crypto investments in South Korea inch closer to approval

[Jan 8 1:57 PM] South Korean regulators reportedly continue to discuss the approval of corporate crypto trading amid the country’s ongoing leadership crisis.

Do Kwon in US custody, South Korean president impeached: Law Decoded

[Jan 6 7:00 PM] Do Kwon, Terraform Labs co-founder, was extradited to the US by Montenegro, bypassing South Korea’s petition.

Korea’s Jeju to issue NFT tourist cards to boost Gen Z visitors: Report

[Jan 6 5:52 AM] South Korea’s Jeju Island, a self-governing tourist hotspot, will reportedly trial NFT tourist cards in a bid to attract the country’s younger generation.

South Korean court issues arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon

[Dec 31, 2025 4:02 AM] A South Korean court has approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol after he refused three summons requests from investigators.

Buterin adopts Moo Deng, Christmas wishes of a lost $773M BTC wallet — Finance Redefined

[Dec 27, 2024 7:00 PM] Howells told Cointelegraph about his legal battle to recover a lost $773 million Bitcoin hard drive, which he plans to use to finance blockchain innovation.

Bitcoin’s Global Price Tug-of-War: US Discounts, South Korea Premiums Soar

[Dec 27, 2024 3:30 PM] On Friday, as the weekend looms, bitcoin (BTC) is holding its ground at $96,751 per coin. Over at Coinbase, a curious twist has appeared over the past 11 days with a negative premium gap of $122, while South Korea is displaying a premium of 3.3% on…

South Korea Sees Crypto Boom: 30% of Population Now Owns Digital Assets

[Dec 26, 2024 10:20 PM] South Korea has seen a significant surge in cryptocurrency adoption, with the number of users jumping by 610,000 in November to reach 15.59 million. Trump Victory Sparks Renewed Interest in Crypto The number of cryptocurrency users in South Korea…

Over 30% of South Koreans invest in crypto assets

[Dec 25, 2024 8:30 AM] South Korea's crypto user base surged to 15.6 million in November, surpassing 30% of the population.

Aptos co-founder and CEO Mo Shaikh steps down to ‘start new chapter’

[Dec 20, 2024 12:13 AM] Mo Shaikh, who co-founded the firm in 2021 alongside Avery Ching said he would stay on board at Aptos Labs as a strategic adviser.

South Korean prosecutors seek 6 months for lawmaker who allegedly hid crypto

[Dec 18, 2024 5:10 PM] National Assembly member Kim Nam-kuk left South Korea’s Democratic Party in 2023 after allegations of cashing out $4 million in crypto holdings.

Martial law causes Bitcoin crash to $65K in South Korea — Here’s why

[Dec 4, 2024 12:44 PM] One analyst said South Korea’s limiting of the market to a few players helped cause a sudden decrease in liquidity.

Bitcoin bottom at $94K? BTC traders regroup after 'Kimchi premium' flash crash

[Dec 4, 2024 11:26 AM] BTC price performance is slowly making market observers more bullish on Bitcoin on short timeframes.

Bitcoin range consolidation a ‘healthy next step’ before BTC attempt at $100K

[Dec 4, 2024 1:00 AM] Bitcoin price cooled off at the start of December, but several bullish catalysts support investors' belief that $100,000 BTC is around the corner.

Martial Law Declared in South Korea Sparks Crypto Market Chaos

[Dec 3, 2024 4:26 PM] South Korea’s recent declaration of martial law has roiled global cryptocurrency markets, sending shockwaves through trading activity and triggering significant price volatility. South Korea’s Martial Law Sends Bitcoin Reeling…

BTC/KRW pair dipped 30% as South Korea’s president declared martial law

[Dec 3, 2024 3:26 PM] In response to the martial law declaration, opposition Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung expressed concern that the military would arrest members of South Korea’s parliament.

South Korea’s Democratic Party agrees to delay crypto tax by 2 years

[Dec 1, 2024 7:46 AM] South Korea’s Democratic Party previously pushed back against another delay, saying it was a political trick by the ruling party.

South Korea confirms North Korea behind $50M Upbit hack

[Nov 21, 2024 7:32 AM] South Korea said North Korean hackers Lazarus and Andariel were behind the $50 million Upbit hack in 2019, with the stolen crypto now valued at over $1 billion.

Dogecoin, XRP Trading Volumes Flip Bitcoin’s in South Korea

[Nov 20, 2024 8:46 AM] South Korean traders are known for pushing euphoric rallies on tokens, contributing to buying pressure and possibly influencing prices.

South Korea probes Upbit for 600K KYC violations

[Nov 15, 2024 9:11 AM] Due to the alleged KYC violations, Upbit reportedly faces fines of $71,500 per case in addition to possible issues with its business license renewal.

Fireblocks partners with South Korean bank on VAT tokenization 

[Nov 13, 2024 9:39 PM] Fireblocks extends its services with the tokenization of tax refunds through NongHyup Bank.