SOUTH KOREA
South Korea, officially known as the Republic of Korea, is located on the Korean Peninsula in East Asia. It is known for its advanced technology, bustling cities like Seoul, rich cultural heritage, and a robust economy driven by industries such as electronics, automotive, and shipbuilding. The country is a democratic republic with a president as head of state. South Korea's education system is highly competitive, and its cuisine, like kimchi and bulgogi, has global recognition. The country also has a strong entertainment industry, known for K-pop and Korean drama. The demilitarized zone (DMZ) separating South Korea from North Korea remains a significant geopolitical focus.
South Korean Officials Confirm They Sent Team to Serbia to Find Do Kwon
South Korean authorities have increased their search for Do Kwon and deployed state officials to Serbia.
South Korea Establishes Guidance for Regulating Digital Assets as Securities
The step prepares for security token legalisation in the nation.
Binance Acquires Majority Stake in Gopax
Binance returned to South Korea with a controlling ownership in ailing exchange Gopax.
South Korea probes crypto exchanges for local tokens
Korean Financial Intelligence Unit (KoFIU) launched a probe into crypto exchanges in relation to listing their in-house, self-issued tokens. While Korean crypto exchanges are barred from issuing native tokens, KoFIU's probe into the same is to ensure regulatory adherence for investor's safety. Initial investigations revealed that all crypto exchanges performed lawful operations across South Korea.
EOS Foundation Signs MoU with Busan City to Boost Blockchain Investments
Following its recent partnership with crypto exchanges such as Binance, FTX, and Huobi to help develop the blockchain infrastructure in the city and the country, Busan, a city in South Korea, has now signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with not-for-profit organization, EOS Network Foundation.
Report on Kwon's Escape to Dubai in Sept is True: Korean Prosecutors
Prosecutors in Seoul have said that a report about crypto fugitive Do Kwon's departure from Singapore to Dubai in September is true. They added that his travel to Dubai is likely a stopover to another destination.
South Korea to Provide Blockchain-based Digital Identities to Citizens by 2024
South Korea plans to provide citizens' digital identities encrypted by blockchain with smartphones in 2024 to facilitate its economic development.
South Korean Prosecutors Arrest Key Do Kwon's Aid
South Korean prosecutors in charge of the Terraform Labs case have arrested a major employee of the embattled blockchain startup named ‘Yoo’.
South Korean Regulators Order Seizing 3313 BTC Linked to Do Kwon
The South Korean regulators have issued a directive to KuCoin and OKX to freeze the total of 3,313 Bitcoins worth approximately $67 million linked to Do Kwon.
Crypto Fugitive Kwon Denies Hiding from Authorities
Do Kwon tweeted "yeah as I said I'm making zero effort to hide. I go on walks and malls, no way none of CT hasn't run into me the past couple weeks," denying running away from the authorities.
Interpol Issues Red Notice for Terra's Kwon
Terraform Labs co-founder has been issued with a red notice from Interpol, prosecutors in South Korea claim, according to a report from Bloomberg.
S. Korean Regulators Oppose Busan's Regulatory Measures for Foreign Crypto Exchanges
South Korean financial authorities expressed their opposite stance against Busan City to provide special regulatory support for partners to establish digital asset exchanges.
South Korean Watchdogs Request Interpol’s Red Notice against Do Kwon
The controversy surrounding Do Kwon’s whereabouts continues to grow, given that South Korean prosecutors asked Interpol to issue a red notice against the Terraform Labs’ founder.
Korean Prosecutors Consulting if LUNA Classified "Security"
The probe into Terraform Labs by South Korean prosecutors is taking a whole new twist as watchdogs are making consultations on how best to classify the collapsed LUNA tokens - now known as Luna Classic (LUNC).
World Vision Accepts Donations in Crypto in South Korea
World Vision has announced the acceptance of donations in cryptocurrencies, enabling the institution to become the first NGO to accept virtual assets in South Korea.