South Korea’s Largest Bitcoin Exchange Passes Government Audit With Flying Colors

South Korea’s cryptocurrency situation is slowly becoming a lot more clear. Despite initial concerns regarding the Upbit exchange’s investigation, the company successfully passed an audit by local financial authorities. There is no proof of any wrongdoings, and Upbit was not involved in any trading manipulation. Upbit Receives the Green Light It is good to hear … Read more

‘Treasure Ship’ ICO Dupes Investors – South Korea Asks Interpol for Help

South Korean police have asked Interpol for help with an investigation into the fraudulent token sale of Shinil Gold Coins that were claimed to be backed by the “treasure” on the sunken Dmitrii Donskoi. Local media reported that the sale raised an estimated $53.5 million from about 124,000 investors. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto … Read more

The Daily: Cars and Pizzas for Crypto in Russia, Crypto Valley in South Korea

The wide adoption of cryptocurrencies in Russia has been put on hold after the State Duma postponed the final reading of three crypto bills for its fall session. Nevertheless, Russian companies are already planning to introduce crypto payments as soon as the regulations are in place. Among them, a major car dealer and an international … Read more

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao: With Tether ‘Concern is Always There’

During a recent conference in South Korea, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao responded to questions about the company’s relationship with controversial stablecoin Tether. He acknowledged that “concern is always there,” according to regional reporting. Binance is one of the largest holders of Tether. Also read: Bitcoiners Hope to Have a Friend in Top US Regulator Jay … Read more

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