Woori Bank has become the first commercial bank in South Korea to integrate cryptocurrency prices directly into its main trading room. This move sees Bitcoin displayed alongside foreign […]
CertiK and WEMADE Join Forces to Launch Global Korean Stablecoin Alliance
Blockchain security firm CertiK and Korean gaming company WEMADE have established a Global Korean Stablecoin Alliance, aiming to improve the security and compliance of KRW-backed stablecoins. This alliance […]
KakaoBank Takes Charge of KRW Stablecoin Development
KakaoBank is forging ahead with a domestic KRW stablecoin project. Active development has begun, including recruitment for blockchain specialists and plans for a unified token standard. This move […]
Bitcoin Sees 4.12% Kimchi Premium in Korean Market on November 16
On November 16th, Bitcoin’s price on South Korea’s Upbit exchange rose 1.06% to reach 145.15 million KRW. This move brought the digital currency’s kimchi premium to 4.12%. On […]
Bitcoin Sees 4.09% Kimchi Premium in Korean Market on November 15
On November 15th, Bitcoin saw a kimchi premium of 4.09% in the South Korea market as it traded at 145.75 million KRW on Upbit exchange during the early […]
South Korea Halts KOSDAQ Futures Trading Amidst Market Volatility
Following the dramatic decline of the KOSPI index by over 6% in a single day, South Korean exchanges have temporarily halted trading of KOSDAQ futures contracts.
South Korea’s Stock Market Soars While Crypto Trading Takes a Dive
South Korea’s stock market has reached a record high, while trading volume on local crypto exchanges has hit historic lows. Analysts suggest the government is redirecting investments away […]
Bitcoin Sees 5.35% Kimchi Premium Surge in Korean Market
On October 31, Bitcoin experienced a notable surge in the South Korean market, with a Kimchi premium of 5.35%. As of 12:00 AM KST, BTC on Upbit was […]
BitPlanet Takes First Regulated Bitcoin Purchase in Korea
South Korean public company BitPlanet has made history by purchasing 93 Bitcoin under new compliance regulations. This represents the first regulated Bitcoin acquisition by a Korean entity, marking […]
Bitplanet Launches $40 Million Bitcoin Reserve in South Korea, Signaling Institutional Adoption
Bitplanet, a publicly listed Korean company, has taken a significant step forward in establishing Bitcoin adoption within its country’s financial market. The firm announced the launch of a […]
Bank of Korea Unveils Key Insights on Won Stablecoins
The Bank of Korea (BOK) has offered a crucial analysis on won stablecoins, highlighting their potential role in revolutionizing payments while acknowledging the inherent risks. The BOK suggests […]
Best Korean Crypto Influencers on YouTube
Dive into the world of Korean cryptocurrency with these top YouTube channels for 2025 and beyond. These influencers offer in-depth analysis, project reviews, and educational content to help […]
Bitplanet’s New Bitcoin Treasury Marks Milestone in Korean Institutional Adoption
South Korea’s Bitplanet has unveiled a groundbreaking new venture: a Bitcoin treasury firm. With a substantial $40 million investment, the firm is set to spearhead institutional-level Bitcoin adoption […]
Origin Summit Unveils AI-Powered IP Revolution in Seoul
The inaugural Origin Summit, hosted by Story in collaboration with Blockworks and Korea’s leading finance media group, the Korea Economic Daily, will take place during Korea Blockchain Week […]
Kaia and Open Asset Join Forces to Launch Won-Pegged Stablecoin in South Korea
A new alliance between Kaia, a blockchain focused on Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) technology, and Open Asset, a leader in blockchain solutions, has the potential to accelerate the […]