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ICON Showcases 3 Joint Blockchain Apps With Seoul Government
ICON’s initiatives to connect South Korea in its blockchain-powered ecosystem are gaining momentum. Recently, at the Blockchain International Digital Festival, which was hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, ICON demonstrated the three main components of its blockchain ecosystem for the residents of Seoul – ICON Blockchain Identification Card, ICON Blockchain Vote, and ICON Blockchain S-Coin. дальше »
2018-10-29 14:57 | |
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South Korean Financial Regulator Maintains Negative Stance on Cryptocurrencies
The top financial regulator of South Korea doesn’t believe that cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (ICOs) have positive connotations. During the parliamentary audit sessions of the Financial Services Commission (FSC) at the National Assembly on Oct. дальше »
2018-10-18 16:59 | |
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Singapore-based Blockchain Consortium Buys Majority Share in Bithumb
Singapore-based BK Global Consortium has paid 400 billion won (approximately $350 million) for a majority stake in South Korean Bithumb, the world’s third-largest cryptocurrency exchange, according to a local news outlet. дальше »
2018-10-13 23:53 | |
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Huge User-base South Korean Startups Flock to The Blockchain
Some of the largest startups in South Korea with over 10 million users are turning to the blockchain. “Baedal Minjik,” a food delivery startup whose annual revenue surged 80 percent last year, and “Joonggonara,” a major used goods marketplace in South Korea, have shown interests in integrating the digital ledger technology. дальше »
2018-10-11 15:00 | |
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Guess Who’s Hiding The Most Bitcoin
There are conspiracy theories and speculation all over the crypto space on who holds the most Bitcoin that is currently in circulation. Big mining firms, exchanges, and funds are mainly called Whales as they hold on to the most Bitcoin and have been called responsible for the big amounts of Bitcoin around today. дальше »
2018-10-11 14:00 | |
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North Korea Using Bitcoin And Monero To Fund Nuclear Program
Ever heard of the term crypto laundering? North Korea (DPRK) is trading, laundering and mining cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC) and possibly Monero (XMR) in order to evade U. S. sanctions, intelligence experts tell Asia Times. дальше »
2018-9-28 16:30 | |
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North Korea Using Cryptocurrencies to Circumvent U.S. Sanctions According to Experts
Two U. S-based financial crimes and intelligence experts, Lourdes Miranda and Ross Delston, have said that it is likely that North Korea is using both established DLT-based digital assets like bitcoin and ether to bypass U. дальше »
2018-9-28 07:00 | |
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Samsung Partners With Squire to Build ASIC Crypto Mining Chips
Canadian firm Squire Mining Ltd has roped in Samsung Electronics to manufacture ASIC chips which are used to mine cryptocurrencies. Samsung On The ASIC Chip Train The publicly listed company, which is transitioning from physical to digital mining, confirms in its press release that it has established a design house in South Korea. дальше »
2018-9-27 14:30 | |
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Researchers: North Korea Is Trading Crypto To Undermine International Sanctions
“International Criminals Prefer Crypto, North Korea Is No Exception” North Korea, one of the most secretive nations on the entire globe, is reportedly utilizing cryptocurrencies and digital assets to bypass international sanctions imposed on the hermit nation by the United States and its allies. дальше »
2018-9-25 07:00 | |
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AlphaNetworks raises $10 million to build global AI media platform on blockchain
AlphaNetworks, a blockchain-powered entertainment platform supported by AI and cognitive science, announced today the close of USD $10 million of initial funding led by Alphabit Digital Currency Fund and joined by Shuttle Fund of Korea, Smart Contract. дальше »
2018-9-19 02:06 | |
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Hong Kong–Based Blockchain Fund Makes Its Case for Yen-Backed Stablecoin
Grandshores Technology Group, a Hong Kong–listed investment holding company, is seeking to raise around $12. 7 million through a digital token fund, according to reports from the South China Morning Post (SCMP). дальше »
2018-9-19 00:42 | |
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South Korean Postal Service Seeks Goldman Sachs’ Crypto Know-How
South Korea’s national postal service is meeting with Goldman Sachs’ cryptocurrency research team at the end of September. The country’s postal service revealed its intentions to dive deeper into digital assets and blockchain. дальше »
2018-9-7 17:00 | |
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Reserve Bank of India Forms Unit on Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain, AI
The central bank of India has reportedly formed a special unit tasked to track emerging technologies such as those related to cryptocurrencies. Its members will be expected to research, draft rules, and, in the future, supervise the development of digital assets, blockchain and artificial intelligence applications. дальше »
2018-8-28 19:15 | |
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China Blocks Access to Over 120 Offshore Digital Currency Exchanges
China is continuing its crackdown on bitcoin and cryptocurrency-related ventures. The country is now blocking access to more than 120 offshore cryptocurrency exchanges utilized for trading purposes by mainland customers. дальше »
2018-8-24 00:24 | |
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South Korea: ICOs and Blockchain Top Priority for Ongoing ‘Extraordinary’ Meeting
The South Korean National Assembly has kickstarted an “extraordinary” meeting for discussing ICO regulation, cryptocurrency and blockchain frameworks, as well as other steps to support optimal growth of the digital assets sector, Business Korea reported. дальше »
2018-8-23 03:00 | |
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South Korea Budgets Nearly $4.5B for Blockchain, Emerging Tech
South Korea is planning to invest nearly $900 million next year to accelerate the development of blockchain, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. дальше »
2018-8-17 22:56 | |
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Despite Korea’s Inhibitions, Jeju Island Pushes for ICO Regulations
Spearheading development to establish Jeju Island as a blockchain and cryptocurrency hub, Governor Won Hee-ryong issued a formal request to the Korean government, Aug. 14, to designate the island as a special economic zone for the burgeoning digital asset sector. дальше »
2018-8-15 05:00 | |
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On a Path to Recovery: Bithumb Reopens Deposits and Withdrawals
Following a disastrous security breach in June that led to losses of more than $30 million, Korean cryptocurrency exchange giant Bithumb has announced that it is set to resume deposit and withdrawal services on its platform. дальше »
2018-8-4 21:48 | |
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South Korea: “Kimchi Premium” Causes Digital Assets to Trade at 600 Percent Premium
Throughout this week, many tokens including 0x (ZRX), Ethos (BQX), ICON (ICX), and Aeternity (AE) have been traded in South Korea with 300 to 600 percent premium rates. As of August 1, 2018, Ethos on Bithumb, a major crypto exchange in the local market of South Korea, is being traded at $5. дальше »
2018-8-2 11:00 | |
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Bithumb Cryptocurrency Exchange Suspends Creation Of New Accounts
One of South Korea’s "big four" digital asset exchanges will no longer allow for the creation of new real-name virtual accounts, due to its failure to sign a contract with a partner bank.
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South Korea Legitimizing Crypto and Blockchain Could Boost the Bitcoin (BTC) Bull Run
Refreshing our minds to the happenings in the crypto-markets back in early January and February, we found that our favorite digital assets were literally on fire and doing wonderful gains continually in 24 hour periods. дальше »
2018-7-30 11:22 | |
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Binance’s South Korea Expansion Plan: Exchange Doesn’t Deny but Plays Down Hype
Crypto traders in South Korea could soon have direct access to Binance’s trading platform. According to a speculative report circulating in the Korean media, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world (by trading volume) is preparing to tap in on South Korea’s booming digital asset market by setting up a regional office in the country. дальше »
2018-7-26 17:28 | |
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Bitcoin [BTC] market: Private richer than public, says Mike Novogratz
On 23rd July, CryptoTrader’s Ran Neu Ner interviewed the Founder and CEO of Galaxy Digital LP, Mike Novogratz, at the Korea Blockchain Week. The discussion contained his opinion on Bitcoin bottom, institutional investors entering the cryptocurrency market, custody options and more. дальше »
2018-7-25 17:18 | |
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South Korea to Establish Digital Currency Policy-Making Department
South Korea’s financial authority confirmed on July 19, 2018, the implementation of a policymaking department focused exclusively on blockchain technology and related domains. Rising Technology “Leads Financial Innovation” As reported on The Korea Times, the country’s Financial Services Commission decided after careful consideration of the burgeoning blockchain industry and a crucial need for regulation to […] The post South Korea to Establish Digital Currency Policy-Making Department appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2018-7-23 09:00 | |
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Mike Novogratz: A “Herd of Institutional Investors Moving Into Crypto”
Galaxy Digital CEO and prominent Bitcoin bull Mike Novogratz described an institutional influx of capital into cryptocurrency in his keynote speech at Blockchain Week Korea — as reported by The Street. дальше »
2018-7-22 18:00 | |
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South Korea’s Financial Services Commission Announces Creation of Cryptocurrency Division
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission recently announced a “major organizational reshuffle” to help protect consumers and adapt to changing financial innovations. Part of the reorganization includes a new division to oversee the cryptocurrency sector. дальше »
2018-7-21 14:00 | |
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South Korean Regulator Launches Initiative to Improve Relationship with Crypto
The South Korean financial watchdog, Financial Services Commission (FSC), has created the Financial Innovation Bureau to oversee and nurture the crypto sector as part of the fourth industrial revolution. дальше »
2018-7-20 21:00 | |
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Ad Platform XCNHG Secures Investment From South Korean Crypto Fund Hashed
Hashed, a South Korean Crypto Fund recently announced that it has made an investment in XCHNG, a blockchain platform that aims to disrupt the digital advertising business with its third quarter test launch. дальше »
2018-7-20 13:15 | |
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Bithumb Crypto Exchange Set to Establish Japan and Thailand Subsidiaries
Bithumb to Establish Subsidiaries in Japan and Thailand Bithumb, one of the most prominent digital currency trading platforms in South Korea, is expanding operations into Japan and Thailand. As of now, Bithumb averages a daily trading volume of $360 million, making it the second largest exchange in South Korea. For some time now, the firm […] дальше »
2018-7-16 21:05 | |
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Cryptocurrencies are the ‘future of money’: The United States Congress
On 14th July, The United States House of Representatives has gone so far as to say that digital currencies are the ‘future of money’. This latest development comes in the wake of countries such as South Korea, Malta, and Switzerland adopting and implementing clear regulation for the $250 million cryptocurrency market. The United States will begin […] дальше »
2018-7-15 12:15 | |
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Following the approval of 12 out of 12 Crypto Exchanges, South Korea Blockchain Association under fire
Over two months ago, the Korea Blockchain Association (KBA) decided to initiate self-inspections into cryptocurrency industry striving to insure the digital exchanges operating in South Korea had safeguards to check themselves from potential issues such as cyber-attacks and malicious activities. дальше »
2018-7-14 00:11 | |
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South Korea Blockchain Association Got Under Fire After Approving 12 out of 12 Crypto Exchanges
The biggest self-regulatory cryptocurrency body is under scrutiny of Korean industry for its investigation principles affirming 12 out of 12 digital trades screened in a recent self-administrative drive. дальше »
2018-7-13 21:41 | |
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U.S. House Financial Services Committee Will Discuss if Cryptocurrencies are ‘The Future of Money’ Next Week
The U. S. House of Representatives Financial Services Committee announced today, July 12th, that it will be hosting a hearing titled “The Future of Money: Digital Currency” next Wednesday, July 18th. дальше »
2018-7-13 10:32 | |
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U.S. House Financial Services Committee Will Discuss if Cryptocurrencies are ‘The Future of Money’ Next Week
The U. S. House of Representatives Financial Services Committee announced today, July 12th, that it will be hosting a hearing titled “The Future of Money: Digital Currency” next Wednesday, July 18th. дальше »
2018-7-13 01:41 | |
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Bank of Korea Reveals the Impact of Digital Assets in South Korea’s Banking and Finance Sector
South Korea’s central bank, the Bank of Korea (BOK), has revealed that the outstanding balance of cryptocurrency accounts in the country’s domestic banks stood at nearly $2 billion ($1. 8 billion) as of December 2017. дальше »
2018-7-13 16:19 | |
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South Korean MLAs work for Fast Track Cryptocarvoicity and Blackhorn Regulations
A report published on Wednesday, July 11, by The Korea Times suggests that South Korean legislators are all set to submit the draft bills to regulate the country’s cryptocurrency, blockchain and ICO markets. дальше »
2018-7-12 11:04 | |
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КBA: все биржи Южной Кореи отвечают требованиям ассоциации
Корейская блокчейн-ассоциация (KBA) объявила сегодня о результатах нормативных проверок корейских криптовалютных бирж. В ходе инспекции было установлено, что все проверенные биржи отвечают минимальным требованиям правил саморегуляции данного бизнеса на территории Южной Кореи. дальше »
2018-7-11 14:21 | |
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Cryptos Pose ‘Insignificant Risk’ to Financial Markets: Bank of Korea
One week after the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea said that it is “not opposed” to digital currencies, a Bank of Korea report claimed that cryptocurrencies do not pose a significant risk to the country’s financial system. дальше »
2018-7-10 16:19 | |
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South Korea to Legitimise the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Industry
South Korea’s relationship with cryptocurrencies has had a tumultuous past. From the country being an important crypto market to crackdowns and imposition of strict regulations at the beginning of 2018, the authorities have frequently changed their outlook on digital currencies. дальше »
2018-7-10 13:59 | |
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South Korean Central Banks Own Nearly $2 Billion Worth In Crypto Assets Portfolio
It seems that the adaption for banks to be more accepting of cryptocurrency has taken their regulations a step further, joining in on these investments themselves. The central bank of South Korea has recently found success, reporting that local commercial banks had won $1. дальше »
2018-7-9 10:44 | |
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South Korea Likely to Unwind Cryptocurrency Rules to Coordinate with the G20 Directives
Earlier this year, top financial heads of the G20 country had a discussion for cryptocurrencies and their role in the global economy. At that time, the leaders pledged for having “unified regulations” towards the functioning of digital currencies. дальше »
2018-7-7 11:48 | |
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Biggest Mileage System in Korea OKCashBag With 35 Million Users Will Use Cryptocurrency
OKCashBag, the biggest mileage and membership system in South Korea operated by SK – the country’s largest telecommunications conglomerate– is preparing to integrate major digital assets to incentivize users with cryptocurrency. дальше »
2018-7-3 18:00 | |
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Bithumb Recovers Half of Stolen Funds From $31 Million Hack
Last week, Bithumb – one of South Korea’s largest digital currency exchanges – was hacked for $31 million in various cryptocurrencies. Announced on June 28, 2018, Bithumb confirmed the recovery of nearly half the stolen funds. дальше »
2018-6-29 10:57 | |
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South Korean Insurers Wary of Cryptocurrency exchanges
Insurance companies in South Korea are not very forthcoming in providing insurance for crypto exchanges in the country. Despite being the nation with the most prolific cryptocurrency users, exchanges and thriving digital assets business, insurance companies in South Korea are wary of providing coverage for Crypto Exchanges. дальше »
2018-6-26 19:06 | |
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Bithumb Expects Actual Losses to Be Lower, Promises Reimbursement to Affected Clients
Earlier this week, the cryptocurrency community was once again dumbfounded when millions of dollars worth of digital coins went missing as hackers successfully breached Bithumb, which is South Korea’s biggest crypto exchange. дальше »
2018-6-25 19:42 | |
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