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Gary Gensler in South Korea talking about Bitcoin ETF.
Bitcoin (BTC)
South Korea Plans Bitcoin ETF Talks with SEC Chair Gensler

The Head of South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service plans to “discuss a spot Bitcoin ETF” with Gary Gensler this year.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
South Korean police sees a money laundering machine.
Regulations
South Korea Broaches Crypto Mixer Crackdown to Stop Laundering

The South Korean Financial Intelligence Unit proposed regulations on virtual asset mixers, influenced by the U.S anti-money laundering requirements.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
South Korean police officers posing infront of burning credit cards.
Bitcoin (BTC)
South Korea Warns Brokers Against Bitcoin ETF Trading

South Korea remains resolute in its approach to crypto regulation despite major Bitcoin ETF development.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Regulations
South Korea Firm on Bitcoin ETF Ban, Despite US Approval

South Korea is steadfast in its refusal to lift the ban on cryptocurrency ETFs despite recent US SEC approvals.c

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
South Korean police officers posing infront of burning credit cards.
Regulations
South Korea Targets Crypto Purchase Ban for Credit Cards

South Korea’s top financial regulator looks to address how local citizens buy cryptocurrencies.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Happy crypto robot in South Korea.
Regulations
South Korea Exposes $97M Crypto Transactions by Lawmakers

South Korean lawmakers are in the spotlight following the revelation of their crypto transactions over the last three years.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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CBDCs
South Korea Central Bank Governor Urges Action on CBDCs

South Korea is calling for action on CBDCs lest stablecoins leap to become the preferred mode of payment.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
South Korea placed a security dome on crypto coins in digital land.
Regulations
South Korean Regulator Proposes Crypto User Protection Rules 

South Korea’s financial watchdog has proposed several rules to safeguard crypto users under a new Act.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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CBDCs
South Korea Unveils Plan for Comprehensive CBDC Pilot in 2024

South Korea unveils plan to expand CBDC experiment to real-life application in settling payments.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Coinbase News
South Korea’s Pension Fund Invests $20M in Coinbase Shares

SEC’s recent stock filing report reveals how much South Korea’s National Pension Service (NPS) invested in Coinbase shares.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Happy crypto robot in South Korea.
Regulations
South Korea Demands Politicians To Disclose Crypto Portfolio

The South Korean Democratic Party has introduced a new transparency policy, compelling politocal candidates to declare crypto assets.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Thief stealing a crypto coin out of a handbag using someone elses identity details.
Regulations
South Korea Cracks Down on $14M Multi-Level Crypto Scam

A multimillion-dollar crypto fraud scheme is unfolding in South Korea as police make 25 arrests.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Young girl investigating a SUI logo with green smoke coming out of it.
Altcoins
South Korean FSS Probes SUI Token Over Distribution Concerns

As the SUI token comes under fire for alleged irregularities, the South Korean Financial Supervisory Service steps in to investigate.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Happy crypto robot in South Korea.
Regulations
South Korea’s Crypto Market Cap Leaps to $21.1 Billion in H1

FSC’s report places South Korea’s crypto market cap at $21.1 billion in the first half of the year.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A guy standing on the roof in South Korea with a huge Bank of Korea coin behind him shining.
CBDCs
Bank of Korea Heralds New Monetary Future with CBDC Trial

South Korea takes a pioneering step into the world of digital currencies with a comprehensive CBDC pilot project.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Polygon (MATIC) in South Korea.
Regulations
South Korea’s Busan to Launch Blockchain for Public Services

Discover how South Korea's Busan is revolutionizing public services with its ambitious Ethereum-compatible blockchain initiative.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Regulations
South Korean Taxpayers Declare $99B in Overseas Crypto Assets

Crypto accounts for over 70% of overseas assets South Koreans declared to the National Tax Service (NTS).
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A man in South Korea Metaverse.
Regulations
South Korean Bank to Work With BitGo to Expand Digital Assets Market

Crypto adoption surges in South Korea with new partnership between KEB Hana Bank and BitGo.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
CCP Games Eve online character.
Press Releases
“TOKYO BEAST” – A Crypto Entertainment Game By Renowned Web 3 Companies Announces Launch On Korea Blockchain Week

"TOKYO BEAST" is a crypto entertainment project that challenges to create a new entertainment experience by integrating crypto assets.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Kim Jong Un appeares to be slightly irritated looking over the fence to South Korea with some frozen coins behind him.
Regulations
Crypto Cold War: South Korea Moves to Freeze North’s Crypto

As geopolitical tensions intensify, South Korea takes the digital realm by storm, seeking to freeze North Korea's crypto assets.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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