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Crypto traders face 22% tax as South Korea locks 2027 timeline
South Korea plans to tax crypto gains above 2.5 million won at 22% from January 2027, with exchanges preparing investor reporting rules now. дальше »
2026-5-8 14:30
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Ripple Custody signs South Korea’s first insurance deal to pilot near real-time bond settlement
Ripple Custody entered a strategic partnership with Kyobo Life Insurance on April 15, making Ripple Custody Korea’s first blockchain-based government bond settlement platform for a Tier 1 insurer, targeting a compression of the standard T+2 settlement cycle to near real-time… дальше »
2026-5-5 00:55
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South Korea crypto AML plan sparks 5.4m report warning
South Korea’s crypto sector warns AML changes could lift suspicious reports to 5.4m yearly, as DAXA urges clearer rules for exchanges today. дальше »
2026-5-4 15:20
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Solana joins South Korea’s Shinhan Card to test stablecoin payments
Shinhan Card has entered a partnership with the Solana Foundation to develop and test stablecoin-based payment systems on blockchain infrastructure. According to a press release from Shinhan Card, the company has begun an advanced proof-of-concept this year to simulate real-world… дальше »
2026-4-30 11:11
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South Korea’s Hashed secures ADGM license to enter Middle East crypto market
South Korea-based crypto venture firm Hashed has secured regulatory approval to operate from Abu Dhabi Global Market, expanding its presence into the Middle East’s regulated financial zone. According to a company announcement, Hashed’s group entity, Hashed Global Management Limited, has… дальше »
2026-4-30 10:55
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Ripple KBank Deal Tests Blockchain Remittances in South Korea
South Korea’s KBank signed a strategic partnership with Ripple on April 27 to test blockchain-based cross-border remittances, marking Ripple’s second Korean institutional deal this month and its first with a major Korean digital bank. дальше »
2026-4-28 20:40
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Google DeepMind joins South Korea’s K-Moonshot to tackle scientific challenges with AI
Google DeepMind has entered into a partnership with South Korea to provide the technical backbone for the country’s K-Moonshot initiative, an ambitious national programme designed to solve the most complex scientific challenges of the century using AI. According to recent… дальше »
2026-4-27 14:14
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South Korea’s KBank trials onchain remittances with Ripple partnership
South Korea’s internet-only lender KBank has entered into a strategic partnership with Ripple to test blockchain-based cross-border remittances. According to multiple local media reports, the collaboration focuses on a proof-of-concept designed to measure improvements in transaction speed, cost efficiency, and… дальше »
2026-4-27 10:51
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Ripple Signs Its First Korean Insurance Deal to Pilot Near Real-Time Government Bond Settlement
Ripple has partnered with Kyobo Life Insurance, one of South Korea’s three largest life insurers with over $92 billion in assets, to pilot Korea’s first blockchain-based tokenized government bond settlement, targeting a compression of the standard two-day settlement cycle to… дальше »
2026-4-23 22:35
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Ripple Tokenized Bond Pilot Begins in South Korea
Ripple tokenized bond pilot with Kyobo Life Insurance, one of South Korea’s largest insurers, targets near real-time government bond settlement using Ripple Custody, replacing a process that currently takes two days to settle. дальше »
2026-4-17 21:10
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South Korea pushes for crypto circuit breakers after Bithumb transfer error
The South Korean central bank has called for cryptocurrency exchanges to implement their own “circuit breakers” to pause trading and prevent market panic after a clerical error at Bithumb led to the accidental transfer of $42 billion in Bitcoin to… дальше »
2026-4-13 09:52
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Bithumb seeks legal action over remaining Bitcoin after $42 billion payout error
Crypto exchange Bithumb has initiated legal proceedings against several users to recover the remaining 7 Bitcoin missing from the massive payout error in February. The South Korean crypto exchange has reportedly filed for provisional seizures, which will allow it to… дальше »
2026-4-9 12:01
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FSS orders Dunamu to correct disclosure on Naver Financial deal
South Korea’s FSS orders Dunamu to correct omissions in its Naver Financial stock swap filing as new digital asset rules threaten the merger’s structure and timeline. South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) has issued a corrective order to Dunamu, the… дальше »
2026-4-4 17:30
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Bithumb delays IPO plans to post-2028 amid regulatory scrutiny
Crypto exchange Bithumb is reportedly delaying plans for its IPO until after 2028, according to local media. Per a report from Maeil Business News Korea citing a Bithumb official, the South Korean crypto exchange is set to “focus on preparing… дальше »
2026-4-3 11:40
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South Korea exchanges record $60B crypto outflows as profits fall
South Korean exchanges logged $60 billion in crypto outflows in H2 2025 as deposits rose while profits, volumes, and market values declined. дальше »
2026-3-25 16:07
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South Korea tax agency moves to outsource seized crypto custody after security lapse
South Korea’s National Tax Service is seeking to select a private custody provider to handle seized crypto assets after a security lapse resulted in private keys being exposed and assets being transferred by unauthorized entities. The National Tax Service has… дальше »
2026-3-20 14:40
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South Korea’s People Power Party proposes bill to abolish 22% crypto tax
Some South Korean lawmakers are pushing back against the ruling party’s plan to levy a 22% tax on cryptocurrencies. A bill introduced by the right-wing People Power Party on Thursday seeks to amend the Income Tax Act and fully abolish… дальше »
2026-3-19 15:20
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Crypto.com partners with South Korea’s KG Inicis to enable crypto payments for tourists
Crypto.com has partnered with KG Inicis to introduce crypto payment options for foreign tourists visiting South Korea. The two companies plan to roll out Crypto.com Pay across KG Inicis’ merchant network, according to a March 17 press release. The integration… дальше »
2026-3-17 13:36
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South Korea tightens crypto seizure rules after several mishaps
South Korea’s National Police Agency has introduced new guidelines for handling seized cryptocurrencies after multiple security lapses. The KNPA has drafted a directive outlining compliance requirements across multiple stages of crypto seizure, storage, and management, local media outlet Asiae reported… дальше »
2026-3-17 12:45
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South Korean regulators fine Bithumb $24.5M after uncovering violations
Crypto exchange Bithumb will have to pay a fine of 36.8 billion won, about $24.5 million, after it was found to be in violation of South Korea’s Anti-Money Laundering rules. According to a local media report, South Korea’s Financial Intelligence… дальше »
2026-3-16 17:27
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South Korea Fines Bithumb $24M, Imposes 6-Month Partial Suspension Over AML Violations
Bitcoin Magazine South Korea Fines Bithumb $24M, Imposes 6-Month Partial Suspension Over AML Violations South Korea has fined Bithumb $24. 6M, suspending new-user services for six months over AML violations. дальше »
2026-3-16 16:59
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Flow Foundation seeks court order to stop FLOW token delisting in South Korea
Flow Foundation and Dapper Labs have filed a motion with the Seoul Central District Court to suspend the termination of trading support on major South Korean exchanges for the Flow blockchain’s native FLOW token. According to a March 8 announcement,… дальше »
2026-3-10 09:36
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Crypto-paid ‘revenge for hire’ ring busted in South Korea
South Korean police have arrested a series of individuals believed to be acting as hired agents committing what authorities describe as “private revenge” attacks, which have involved vandalism and threatening behavior directed at private residences. South Korean police arrest agents… дальше »
2026-3-4 10:34
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South Korea to review crypto seizure practices after security lapses
South Korea’s finance minister has pledged reforms to strengthen how government agencies manage seized cryptocurrency, following a digital asset information leak involving the National Tax Service. Seized Bitcoin under scrutiny as South Korea tightens digital asset controls In a statement… дальше »
2026-3-2 10:45
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Seized Crypto Stolen As South Korea’s Tax Authority Leaks Private Key
A piece of paper ruined everything. South Korea’s National Tax Service (NTS) published an official press release last Thursday meant to highlight its crackdown on tax dodgers — and somewhere in the process, a full wallet seed phrase was photographed, printed, and sent out to the public without anyone apparently noticing. Related Reading: Bitcoin Mega-Holders […] дальше »
2026-3-1 20:00
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South Korea arrests two suspects in $1.5M Bitcoin evidence theft
South Korean authorities have arrested two suspects in connection with the theft of 22 bitcoins that had been held as evidence by the Gangnam Police Station, officials announced on Wednesday. Suspects detained as South Korea police probe disappearance of seized… дальше »
2026-2-26 09:47
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South Korea targets finfluencers with strict asset disclosure law
South Korea plans finfluencer disclosure law to curb manipulation and protect investors. South Korea’s Democratic Party has introduced legislation requiring financial influencers to disclose personal asset holdings and compensation when recommending cryptocurrencies or stocks, according to reports from the country’s… дальше »
2026-2-25 15:20
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Coinbase reportedly interested in acquiring South Korean crypto exchange Coinone
South Korea’s third-largest crypto exchange, Coinone, is reportedly looking to sell part of its chairman’s stake, with Coinbase named as a potential participant in the early talks. According to a Seoul Economic Daily report citing a company representative, Coinone plans… дальше »
2026-1-26 12:04
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South Korea may target fairer crypto market with banking rule changes: report
The one-exchange-one-bank model is not a legal requirement but is widely followed. A government study found the setup limits access for small crypto exchanges. Large platforms dominate Korean won-based trading due to better liquidity. дальше »
2026-1-21 16:11
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South Korea limits foreign crypto exchange access as Google Play enforces licensing
Only VASP-registered platforms will stay available on the Play Store. Local exchanges like Upbit and Bithumb could gain more market share. Some traders may shift towards DeFi and non-custodial wallets. дальше »
2026-1-17 13:04
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South Korea to lift 9-year ban on corporate crypto investments
South Korean regulators plan to lift a nine-year ban on corporate crypto investments as the country continues to warm up to the digital asset space. South Korea’s Financial Services Commission has reportedly crafted new guidelines for listed corporations and professional… дальше »
2026-1-12 10:41
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South Korea fines Korbit $1.8M over compliance failures
Most breaches involved failures in customer due diligence and identity verification processes. The action coincides with reports of a potential majority acquisition by Mirae Asset. The case reinforces stricter regulatory expectations across South Korea’s crypto sector. дальше »
2026-1-1 18:00
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South Korea postpones digital asset law to 2026 amid stablecoin oversight dispute
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party is working to consolidate several lawmaker proposals into a revised digital asset bill. дальше »
2026-1-1 00:00
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Crypto Exchange Korbit, SKorea’s 4th Biggest Exchange, A Takeover Target For Asset Group
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. дальше »
2025-12-29 18:00
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Bitcoin Extortion: Bomb Threat Caller Demands $1M From Hyundai In South Korea
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. дальше »
2025-12-22 18:00
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‘Pay 13 Bitcoin or We Blow It Up’: Hyundai Bomb Threat Shakes South Korean Offices
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. дальше »
2025-12-22 22:05
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Korea drives 57 million Q2 visits but on-chain retention remains 1-2%
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. дальше »
2025-12-19 21:55
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South Korea crypto committee goes cold amid strict liability rules
In South Korea, crypto takes a back seat, according to Kookmin Ilbo. Here's what we know. дальше »
2025-12-9 02:59
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South Korea Tightens Grip On Crypto Exchanges, Imposes Bank-Level Standards
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 […] дальше »
2025-12-9 01:30
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Naver’s $14.5b power play puts Upbit on IPO path—and shakes up Asia’s crypto landscape
Upbit is inching toward a future Nasdaq debut thanks to a corporate tie-up involving Naver and Dunamu (a $14.5 billion equity exchange). дальше »
2025-11-25 21:43
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South Korea open to revisiting sanctions on North Korea after latest U.S. crackdown
With Washington tightening the screws on North Korea’s crypto-funded nuclear weapons programme, South Korea says it’s open to rethinking its own sanctions playbook. During a recent interview, South Korean Vice Foreign Minister Kim Ji-na told local media that “coordination between… дальше »
2025-11-8 10:13
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South Korean lawmakers press Binance to repay $106M GoFi victims after Gopax acquisition
Binance is facing renewed scrutiny from South Korean lawmakers after a parliamentary hearing this week reignited calls for the exchange to compensate victims of GOPAX’s failed GoFi deposit program. South Korean lawmakers are intensifying pressure on Binance to fulfill a… дальше »
2025-10-21 14:58
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Binance nears return to South Korea as regulators revisit Gopax stake review
Binance holds a 67% stake in Gopax, acquired in February 2023. A $4. 3 billion US settlement eased regulatory concerns in South Korea. Gopax faced a $47 million liquidity shortfall linked to Genesis Global Capital. дальше »
2025-10-14 13:05
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Binance moves closer to South Korea re-entry as FIU reviews Gopax acquisition
Binance is finally making progress with its South Korea re-entry after over two years of delay, as authorities have reopened their review of the exchange’s long-stalled takeover of local crypto exchange Gopax. дальше »
2025-10-14 12:23
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K-drama star Hwang Jung-eum sentenced in $3M crypto embezzlement case
Hwang Jung-eum, a South Korean actress and K-drama star, was handed a suspended prison sentence for embezzling $3 million from her agency to invest in cryptocurrency. According to a report from local media outlet Korea JoongAng Daily, Hwang has been… дальше »
2025-9-27 10:58
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South Korea bans leveraged crypto loans, sets 20% ceiling on rates
South Korean regulators have moved to quell a brewing risk in crypto exchanges. The new regime bans high-risk leveraged loans and institutes a strict 20% interest cap, citing serious concerns over investor protection and market stability. On September 5, South… дальше »
2025-9-5 16:35
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Bithumb promises to compensate users after 100-minute outage
South Korea’s Bithumb experienced a technical outage that caused significant damages to users who relied on the app for trading activities. The platform stopped working for 1 hour and 40 minutes. дальше »
2025-9-4 12:15
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South Korea will share crypto data with 48 nations
South Korea has agreed to share information on crypto transactions with as many as 48 states, as per the agreement on the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework. The South Korean government will start sharing information regarding local and foreign investors trading… дальше »
2025-9-2 10:23
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Stader price surges over 40% following Bithumb listing
Stader price rallied 42% on Aug 26 after its Bithumb listing, breaking past resistance with volume and ecosystem growth fueling momentum. дальше »
2025-8-26 11:42
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South Korean FSC order suspension of crypto lending services, here’s why
The South Korean Financial Services Commission (FSC) have ordered local crypto exchanges to temporarily halt their crypto lending services until proper guidelines are introduced. On August 19, the FSC announced in a translated press release that it has sent legal… дальше »
2025-8-19 10:13
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