South Korea
Bank of Korea: Costs Could Limit Cryptocurrency Use
Bank of Korea has published a new working paper that speculates on how a cryptocurrency economy would impact central banks.
Local Government in South Korea Taps Blockchain for Community Vote
A South Korean provincial government recently tapped technology developed by blockchain startup Blocko for a vote on community funding.
Korea's Central Bank Considers 'Supernode' for Blockchain Oversight
The Bank of Korea has published research on issues it believes could hinder distributed ledger adoption, with a "supernode" being one solution.
Why 2017 Will Take Blockchain to New Heights
Coinplug CEO Ryan Uhr looks at how blockchain technology has fared in Korea over the last 12 months and makes some predictions for 2017.
27 Financial Firms Form Korean Blockchain Consortium
A new blockchain consortium has been formed in South Korea, with both established finance firms and technology startups on its membership roster.
South Korea is Debating New Bitcoin Exchange Rules
Financial regulators in South Korea are looking to introduce new regulations for digital currency exchanges by early next year.
Korea Exchange Launches Blockchain-Powered Private Market
The Korea Exchange, South Korea’s sole securities exchange operator, has launched a new service that utilizes blockchain technology.
Gemini Expands Bitcoin and Ether Exchange to New Asian Markets
Digital currency exchange Gemini announced yesterday that it is opening its services to traders in South Korea and Japan.
Singapore Central Bank Inks Blockchain Deals With India, South Korea
It’s been a busy week on the blockchain front for Singapore’s central bank.
Korean Credit Card Giant to Integrate Blockchain Identity Service
South Korea’s largest credit card company is set to use a blockchain identity solution developed by local bitcoin startup Coinplug.
