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South Korea’s top crypto exchange Upbit is preparing a path toward a Nasdaq listing as part of a forthcoming merger with tech conglomerate Naver, positioning the exchange for a higher global profile. Upbit Charts U.S. Listing Course Through Dunamu-Naver Tie-Up Upbit’s plans were reported exclusively by Seoul Economic Daily (sedaily.com), which said the exchange’s parent … Read more
On Monday, bitcoin drifted between $93,029 and $95,903 per coin, dipping into territory it hasn’t touched since May. While traders braced for the slide, South Korea’s crypto market has kept things spicy with a premium that’s been holding strong since mid-September, peaking at 8.27%. At the moment, BTC is fetching $2,413 more in South Korea … Read more
This week, as bitcoin flirts with fresh highs in uncharted price territory, South Korea’s premium is back on the menu. Not only that, but it’s held its ground for a sizzling 20 days straight. Crypto’s Spiciest Price Tag It’s been a thrill ride for crypto diehards this week, with bitcoin (BTC) gliding through all-time price … Read more
Naver has acquired Upbit operator Dunamu through a stock swap, combining South Korea’s largest online platform with its leading crypto exchange to launch a won-pegged stablecoin and pursue global fintech growth. South Korea’s Naver and Dunamu Unite for Global Fintech Push South Korea’s Naver Financial, the fintech arm of internet giant Naver, has acquired Dunamu, … Read more
XRP Seoul 2025 sent shockwaves through the crypto world as over 3,000 global attendees unveiled major staking, tokenization, and real-world asset breakthroughs for the XRPL. XRP Seoul 2025 Marks Explosive Growth for XRPL Ecosystem Excitement surged in Seoul as the global XRP community gathered in force for XRP Seoul 2025, an event that underscored both … Read more
Major global firms are pushing XRP into the corporate mainstream with a bold new platform set to revolutionize treasury management and digital payments worldwide. XRP Ecosystem Set for Explosive Growth With Launch of X Club Initiative Global corporations are accelerating their efforts to incorporate digital assets into mainstream operations, with a fresh initiative now targeting … Read more
South Korea has experienced a surge in illegal virtual asset remittances, including money laundering and foreign exchange manipulation. Between January and August 2025, virtual asset operators filed 36,684 suspicious transaction reports. Illegal Crypto Remittances Skyrocket in South Korea South Korea is seeing a sharp increase in illegal virtual asset remittances, including cases of money laundering … Read more
BDACS announced the launch of KRW1, a South Korean won-backed stablecoin, following a proof of concept that validated its technical design. BDACS Targets Payments and Public Disbursements With KRW1 Stablecoin KRW1 is trademarked by BDACS and issued on the Avalanche (AVAX) blockchain. The company said its system links fiat deposits, token issuance, and onchain verification … Read more
A South Korean court has given suspended prison sentences to three individuals involved in the V Global cryptocurrency fraud. Suspended Jail Sentences for Accomplices in V Global Scam A South Korean court has sentenced three individuals linked to the fake cryptocurrency exchange V Global—accused of defrauding approximately 50,000 victims out of $1.44 billion—to suspended prison … Read more
Based on market trackers, bitcoin’s price action in South Korea has been a seesaw ride when stacked against BTC’s weighted global exchange rate across multiple venues. Over the weekend, prices on local hubs like Upbit and Bithumb currently carry a slight markdown. Bitcoin in Seoul Dips Below Global Average; Coinbase Holds a Modest Premium At … Read more
