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Nexon Group, a multi-billion dollar gaming conglomerate based in South Korea, is reportedly preparing to acquire Bithumb, the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, for a price tag of close to $500 million. origin »
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South Korean agency Maekyung broke the news, stating that Nexon and Bithumb have officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to kickstart the process The deal will result in Nexon acquiring a ~65% stake in the Bithumb exchange.
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According to reports, Mirae Asset Group is in advanced talks to buy Korbit, South Korea’s long-running crypto exchange, in a deal valued at about 100 billion to 140 billion won — roughly $70 million to $100 million.
Hyundai Group’s Seoul offices were evacuated after an email threatened explosions unless a Bitcoin ransom was paid, authorities and media reports said. Related Reading: Hoskinson Warns Trump’s Crypto Push Could Backfire On The Industry The message demanded 13 Bitcoin — roughly $1.
Bitcoin Magazine ‘Pay 13 Bitcoin or We Blow It Up’: Hyundai Bomb Threat Shakes South Korean Offices Hyundai Group evacuated staff from two Seoul offices after receiving a bomb threat email demanding bitcoin.
South Korea boasts one of the most reliable crypto audiences in the world. But when it comes to actually sticking around on-chain, that attention drops off fast.
In South Korea, crypto takes a back seat, according to Kookmin Ilbo. Here's what we know.
South Korea moved to tighten rules for cryptocurrency platforms after a major breach at Upbit that sent shockwaves through the local market and government halls. Related Reading: Trump’s New Security Strategy Leaves Crypto And Blockchain Out Government Pushes Bank-Level Rules According to government and industry reports, the Upbit breach on November 27, 2025 involved the […]
Upbit is inching toward a future Nasdaq debut thanks to a corporate tie-up involving Naver and Dunamu (a $14.5 billion equity exchange).
