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South Korea to Allow Spot Bitcoin ETF in 2026 to Support National Economic Growth Strategy

masonJanuary 9, 2026January 9, 2026

by masonJanuary 9, 2026January 9, 20260

South Korea announced plans to formally integrate digital asset-based financial products during this year. The South Korean government plans to integrate digital assets into its...

South Korea loses 110 billion in crypto due to strict exchange laws

noahJanuary 2, 2026January 2, 2026

by noahJanuary 2, 2026January 2, 20260

During the course of the year 2025, a massive crypto capital flight in South Korea was recorded, exceeding 160 trillion won. This phenomenon, equivalent to...

South Korean police dismantle counterfeit money ring targeting crypto investors

noahDecember 19, 2025December 19, 2025

by noahDecember 19, 2025December 19, 20250

Authorities in South Chungcheong Province have launched a comprehensive investigation into a criminal organization manufacturing counterfeit banknotes. This criminal group used counterfeit paper money to...

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South Korea Misses Stablecoin Bill Deadline Due to Bank Control Dispute

noahDecember 15, 2025December 15, 2025

by noahDecember 15, 2025December 15, 20250

South Korea’s ambitious plan to legalize won-pegged stablecoins has suffered a significant setback after missing a government-imposed deadline. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) failed to...

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Upbit seeks a U.S. IPO after merger with Naver

masonNovember 25, 2025November 25, 2025

by masonNovember 25, 2025November 25, 20250

Upbit, through its parent Dunamu, plans an initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S. after completing a strategic merger with Naver Financial, according to reports....

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Altcoins market fails to capture $800 B opportunity as retail investors pivot to crypto stocks

scarlettOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

by scarlettOctober 24, 2025October 24, 20250

Despite the broader crypto market’s momentum, altcoins appear to be missing out on a massive infusion of capital. Retail traders—especially in South Korea—are shifting their...

South Korean investors rotate $657M out of Tesla into crypto with nearly $12B inflows

scarlettSeptember 17, 2025September 17, 2025

by scarlettSeptember 17, 2025September 17, 20250

The net sale of $657M in Tesla shares and the reinvestment of nearly $12 billion in crypto assets and companies reveal a shift in the...

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New Trading Pairs Propel Raydium: 18% Surge Following Upbit Announcement

joseJune 19, 2025June 19, 2025

by joseJune 19, 2025June 19, 20250

TL;DR Raydium surges over 18% following Upbit’s launch of new RAY/KRW and RAY/USDT pairs. Enhanced liquidity boosts trading efficiency, drawing increased investor interest and capital....

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Bank of Korea Governor Poised to Embrace Won-Backed Stablecoin Innovation

joseJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025

by joseJune 11, 2025June 11, 20250

TL;DR Stablecoin Spotlight: Governor Rhee is set to explore launching won-backed stablecoins at a high-profile bankers’ dinner amid new digital asset legislation and rising political...

Crypto Analyst Warns of Imminent “Flash Crash” After $618 Million in Liquidations

guidoDecember 4, 2024December 4, 2024

by guidoDecember 4, 2024December 4, 20240

TL;DR Michael van de Poppe predicts a potential “flash crash” in the crypto market but sees it as a long-term buying opportunity. In the last...

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South Korea to Allow Spot Bitcoin ETF in 2026 to Support National Economic Growth Strategy

South Korea loses 110 billion in crypto due to strict exchange laws

South Korean police dismantle counterfeit money ring targeting crypto investors

South Korea Misses Stablecoin Bill Deadline Due to Bank Control Dispute

Upbit seeks a U.S. IPO after merger with Naver

Altcoins market fails to capture $800 B opportunity as retail investors pivot to crypto stocks

South Korean investors rotate $657M out of Tesla into crypto with nearly $12B inflows

New Trading Pairs Propel Raydium: 18% Surge Following Upbit Announcement

Bank of Korea Governor Poised to Embrace Won-Backed Stablecoin Innovation

Crypto Analyst Warns of Imminent “Flash Crash” After $618 Million in Liquidations

Long term holders sold 300 billion dollars stabilizing Bitcoin price trend in 2026

BNY debuts BNY tokenized deposits to transform institutional liquidity

FCA to force registered firms to seek new licenses under crypto regulation in the UK

Lack of consensus and elections stall the progress of crypto regulation in the U.S.

OKX executes global institutional restructuring with job cuts in its sales department team