As bitcoin maintains its orbit just north of $97,000 globally, South Korea’s digital currency enthusiasts are navigating a stratospheric valuation of $101,479 per unit—a celestial
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Korea Exchange Chief Pushes for Crypto ETFs to Boost Markets
South Korea must embrace cryptocurrency ETFs now to stay ahead, says the Korea Exchange chairman, calling them a game-changer for market growth and financial innovation.
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Authorities Target First Crypto Pump-and-Dump Under New South Korean Law
South Korea has cracked down on a pump-and-dump scheme, accusing a suspect of rapid price manipulation under the country’s new crypto regulatory framework. New Crypto
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Upbit Under Fire: South Korean Regulator Orders Halt on New Users
The South Korean Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has ordered Upbit to temporarily halt services for new users after finding numerous violations of the Specific Financial
Read moreUpbit crypto exchange receives suspension notice in South Korea
Upbit must respond to the FSC’s suspension notice by Jan. 20 or face restrictions on new registrations on the platform for six months.
Read moreSouth Korea reports first crypto ‘pump and dump’ case under new law
South Korean authorities have indicted suspects for unfair crypto trading involving artificial price inflation and subsequent token dumping, known as a pump and dump.
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