South Korea
Samsung SDS Invests in Blockchain Startup
An information technology affiliate of Samsung announced today that it has invested in a blockchain startup.

Korea Exchange Talks Top-Down Approach to Blockchain Innovation
The Korea Exchange opens up about its strategy on blockchain tech and why it is investigating how it could be used to open new markets.

Korea's Securities Exchange Developing Blockchain Trading System
The Korea Exchange, South Korea’s lone securities exchange, is reportedly moving to create an over-the-counter trading platform using blockchain.

One of South Korea's Biggest Banks is Developing Blockchain Remittances
South Korea's KB Kookmin Bank is developing a blockchain remittance solution with the aim of ushering in "safer and faster" foreign exchange services.

South Korea's Central Bank Encouraged to Explore Blockchain Tech
A new report undertaken by the Bank of Korea has recommended that the central bank should pay close attention to blockchain technology.

South Korea's Shinhan Bank Backs Blockchain Startup's $2 Million Round
South Korean blockchain remittance provider Streami has closed a $2m seed round that included funding from Shinhan Bank.

Bitcoin Company Coinplug Raises $5 Million in Funding
South Korean bitcoin services company Coinplug has closed a $5m Series B funding round.

Coinplug Wins $45,000 Prize for Blockchain ID Service
Korea's Coinplug has won a mainstream fintech award for its blockchain-based user authentication system, one that offers significant benefits.
