South Korea is weighing a series of policy changes that could reshape how corporations and financial institutions interact with digital assets, while also redefining ownership structures in the country’s crypto exchange sector. Regulators are considering allowing listed firms and professional investment…
South Korea banks face 2026 review of $1 billion crypto links
South Korea is reassessing how its crypto trading sector connects to the banking system, in a move that could reshape competition and access in one of the world’s most active digital asset markets. Financial regulators have started to review the…
How did south korea uncover a $102M crypto laundering case
In south korea, customs authorities say they have dismantled a cryptocurrency-linked money laundering operation worth nearly $102 million, one of several digital-asset security and enforcement developments highlighted this week. The roundup also includes a $7 million exploit that led Saga…
Are south korean investors leaving crypto after 25% Trump move?
South Korean investors pulled back from crypto trading after a new tariff announcement from US President Donald Trump, while local equities moved to record territory. Exchange data showed sharp drops in activity on major platforms, even as the Korea Composite…
Will South Korea set bank style rules for crypto exchanges?
South Korea is moving to treat digital asset platforms much more like traditional banks after a major security incident at the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, placing consumer protection at the center of a new regulatory push. In response to the…
South Korea retail traders turn to $3.6 billion Ether holder
BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. has drawn steady attention from retail traders in South Korea, reflecting a growing interest in stocks tied to digital assets. The company, backed by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, has shifted from Bitcoin mining to operating as…
Why Is Bitcoin Kimchi Premium Rising in South Korea?
South Korea cryptocurrency market has seen significant activity recently, driven by economic shifts and political developments. The concept of the “Kimchi Premium,” a measure of Bitcoin price difference on South Korean exchanges compared to international platforms, has re-emerged as a…
South Korea Enforces New Law to Regulate Crypto Trading
As South Korea takes significant strides to regulate its burgeoning cryptocurrency market, a new digital-asset law is set to bring substantial changes to how crypto trading is monitored and managed. With the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) leading the charge, the…
South Korea Hashed Ventures Expands in Abu Dhabi Crypto Hub
Hashed Ventures, a prominent digital-asset investment firm based in Seoul, South Korea, is making significant strides in expanding its global presence. The company’s recent move into Abu Dhabi highlights the UAE’s growing appeal as a hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain…
South Korea’s National Tax Service Partners with GTIC to Develop Cutting-Edge Virtual Asset Management System
In a bid to combat illegal activities and effectively monitor crypto transactions, Korea’s National Tax Service has embarked on the development of a cutting-edge management system. The initiative aims to enhance regulatory measures and address the growing concerns surrounding illicit…
How did the USDT laundering case move over $1 billion?
The unsealing of a criminal case in the Eastern District of Virginia has drawn attention to a major usdt laundering case involving Miami-based Jorge Figueira, a national of Venezuela and Spain. Court filings allege he ran a money laundering conspiracy…
Vitalik Buterin Unveils Kohaku: The Game-Changing Privacy Framework Revolutionizing Ethereum Wallets in 2025-2026
Buenos Aires, Argentina – In a highly anticipated keynote at Ethereum Cypherpunk Congress 2 on November 16, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin introduced Kohaku, a bold new privacy framework designed to make private transactions the default experience for Ethereum wallet users.…
