South Korea

Updates on exchange rules, enforcement, investor trends, and Korea’s active crypto trading culture.

Do Kwon’s extradition mired in controversy after Montenegro’s ex-Justice Minister alleges corruption

Former Justice Minister Andrej Milović called on the US to pressure Montenegro's Prime Minister to ensure a comprehensive investigation of Terra's collapse.

1 year ago

Crypto

Institutional players drive crypto adoption in South Korea, Hong Kong — Chainalysis

Tech sophistication and a friendly regulatory framework are the key reasons behind the institutional movement in the Eastern Asia.

1 year ago

Crime

Haru Invest CEO reportedly attacked during fraud trial in South Korea

The South Korean crypto platform is under heavy regulatory scrutiny after halting withdrawals last year.

1 year ago

Crypto

Third largest pension fund globally invests $80M in MicroStrategy and Coinbase

A long leveraged MicroStrategy ETF has been launched in the US, attracting major investors' interest.

1 year ago

Regulation

South Korea moves to delay crypto tax until 2028 amid market concerns

South Korea has a thriving crypto regulatory that is widely recognized globally.

1 year ago

Regulation

South Korea to tighten crypto exchange oversight with new monitoring system

South Korean exchanges have adopted new crypto guidelines to prevent mass token delistings.

2 years ago

Web3

Ava Labs eyes web3 integration in South Korea’s booming K-Pop industry

Ava Labs' Justin Kim said using NFTs for K-pop merchandise will allow artists to have a "clear and transparent record of sales" that will ensure appropriate compensation.

2 years ago