South Korea

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Several blockchain associations in South Korea are pushing back against a government proposal they fear will stifle industry innovation.

By Wolfie ZhaoAug 15, 2018

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Korea's Jeju island is eyeing a plan to allow crypto projects to conduct initial coin offerings in the self-governing province despite a domestic ban.

By Wolfie ZhaoAug 14, 2018

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A biotech giant based in South Korea is turning to blockchain to allow it to share genetic data without risking patients' privacy.

By Wolfie ZhaoAug 6, 2018

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Trading volume on South Korea's Bithumb exchange has plummeted since it temporarily stopped offering new account registrations.

By Daniel Palmer, Wolfie ZhaoAug 3, 2018

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South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service has encouraged public and private sector companies to develop a blockchain-based stock trading system.

By Annaliese MilanoAug 2, 2018

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Korean police are investigating a cryptocurrency startup claiming to be selling treasure from a sunken ship, the Korea Joongang Daily reported.

By Madeline Meng ShiJul 31, 2018

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Cryptocurrency exchanges in South Korea may soon lose eligibility for tax benefits currently granted to smaller companies and startups.

By Wolfie ZhaoJul 30, 2018

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An executive at the Financial Services Commission has called on politicians to pass a bill regulating cryptocurrency exchanges "as soon as possible."

By Anna BaydakovaJul 26, 2018

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The second largest mobile carrier in South Korea has launched its own blockchain network and aims to apply the tech across several sectors.

By Wolfie ZhaoJul 24, 2018

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South Korea's Financial Services Commission has revealed it is setting up a department dedicated largely to cryptocurrencies and blockchain.

By Daniel PalmerJul 20, 2018