South Korea
Executives at Korean Crypto Exchange UPbit Indicted for Fraud
Three executives of UPbit, one of South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, have been formally charged by the country’s prosecutors.
South Korean Government Trials Blockchain for Shipping Efficiency Boost
Two South Korean government ministries are exploring blockchain's potential to bring new efficiencies to port logistics.
South Korea Eyes More Reliable E-Voting With December Blockchain Trial
South Korea's National Election Commission says it is building a blockchain-based voting platform to be trialed in December.
Korean Lawyers Urge Government to Draw Up Blockchain Rules
The Korean Bar Association has called on the government to introduce blockchain regulations, ASAP.
In Korea's Ruling Party, A Lawmaker Commits to Ending the ICO Ban
A powerful new voice is standing up to South Korea's ICO ban.
South Korea's Financial Watchdog Warns Investors Over Crypto Funds
South Korea's Financial Services Commission has warned the public to exercise caution when investing in cryptocurrency funds.
South Korea to Decide on ICO Legality in November, Official Says
The South Korean government will decide in November whether it will again permit initial coin offerings in the country.
Seoul Mayor Plans $100 Million Fund to Build Blockchain Smart City
The mayor of Seoul plans to invest $100 million over the next five years to develop the South Korean capital as a smart city powered by blockchain.
South Korea's Policy Chief Calls for Legalization of ICOs
The chairman of South Korea's National Policy Committee has called for the legalization of ICOs at a meeting of the National Assembly.
South Korea's Largest Venture Firm Backs First Blockchain Startup
Korea Investment Partners, the largest venture capital firm in South Korea, just invested in its first blockchain startup.
