South Korea

South Korea: Cryptos Mixed up in $600 Million Illegal Forex Trade
The South Korea government is investigating the use of cryptocurrency in illegal foreign currency exchange, according to a statement.

South Korea Fines Crypto Exchanges for Privacy Failures
South Korea's Communications Commission has issued fines totaling $130,000 to eight cryptocurrency exchanges over insufficient user data protection.

South Korea Reveals Deadline for Anonymous Crypto Trading Halt
South Korea's financial watchdog has set a date for the introduction of a new rule barring anonymous virtual cryptocurrency trading accounts.

Korean Crypto Exchange Korbit Halting Deposits from Non-Citizens
South Korea's Korbit exchange has informed users that non-citizens will soon not be able to deposit Korean won for trading.

OKCoin Eyes Cryptocurrency Exchange Launch in South Korea
Cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin is reportedly moving to launch in South Korea – possibly as soon as next month.

Korean Regulator Investigating Staff Insider Trading of Cryptocurrencies
A Korean financial regulator has reportedly indicated it is investigating possible insider trading of cryptocurrencies by its own staff.

Report: South Korea Could Decide This Week on Crypto Exchange Regulation
South Korea will make a decision on Thursday over its stance on cryptocurrency exchange regulation, according to a report by Reuters.

South Korean Cryptocurrency Investors Face Fines for Anonymous Accounts
South Korean authorities have reportedly said that cryptocurrency investors must attach their IDs to anonymous virtual accounts or face penalties.

Korea's Crypto Crackdown Talk Draws Backlash From Users and Politicians
South Korea's citizens reacted angrily to a proposed ban on cryptocurrency exchanges, with politicians and residents alike condemning the move.

Korean Official: Cryptocurrency Exchange Ban 'Not Finalized'
South Korea's Presidential Office said today that a plan to ban trading cryptocurrencies via exchanges in the nation is still not set in stone.

