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Upbit Singapore Acquires Preliminary MAS Approval for Major Payment Institution Licence
Upbit Singapore has received an in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, a significant step towards establishing a stronger digital asset business in Singapore. This provisional approval will enable Upbit Singapore to continue offering regulated Digital Payment Token services as per the Payment Services Act 2019 while awaiting the full license.
South Korean Crypto Exchanges Reveal 'Compensation Reserve Funds'; Upbit Leads with KRW 20 Billion
The disclosure of 'Compensation Reserve Funds' by South Korean crypto exchanges, led by Upbit with KRW 20 billion, reflects the country's broader regulatory strides aimed at ensuring user protection, transaction transparency, and market discipline. This move aligns with the new regulatory framework set to be implemented in 2024, spotlighting the government's agenda to foster a robust infrastructure for digital assets, with the reserve fund mandate forming a cornerstone of this initiative.
Hacking Attempts on Upbit Surge to 159,061 in First Half of 2023
Hacking attempts on South Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, have surged to 159,061 in the first half of 2023, according to data submitted to the National Assembly. The figure represents a 2.17-fold increase compared to the same period last year. Lawmaker Park Sung-jung criticizes the ambiguous role of the Ministry of Science and Technology in regulating the exchange.
Cryptocurrency Exchange Upbit's Operator Dunamu Announces Q2 2023 Net Profit of KRW 108 Billion
The latest quarterly report from Dunamu, the operator of cryptocurrency exchange Upbit, shows a net profit of KRW 108 billion in Q2 2023, a significant improvement from the previous year's net loss of KRW 37.8 billion. The company's revenue fell 47.9% from Q2 2022, but net profit remained positive.
Upbit Announces Next LUNA2 Airdrop for LUNC Holders
Upbit, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange, plans to launch a LUNA2 airdrop targeting LUNC holders, marking a significant milestone in the rebranding process. The airdrop will be distributed staggered over 24 months, with LUNC holders receiving an extra 30% of the initial airdrop.
Upbit Announces Listing of Layer 1 Blockchain SEI
Upbit has announced the listing of SEI, a Layer 1 blockchain specialized in DeFi, on its KRW and BTC markets, with trading support to commence on August 15, 2023.
ApeCoin Experiences Sharp Price Surge on South Korean Exchange
Yuga Labs' ERC-20 token ApeCoin (APE) experienced a brief surge in price on the South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Upbit, with prices reaching $90.00 per token before a sell-off reduced most of the gains. The spike was attributed to retail frenzy and trading restrictions on the exchange.
S. Korean Exchanges to be Held Accountable for LUNA Crash
According to the latest reports from local media platform Newspim, the top cryptocurrency exchanges are now likely to be held accountable for failing to implement measures to protect investors from the crash.
Upbit Becomes the First Exchange to Register with FIU as September Deadline Looms
Upbit has now registered with FIU as other exchanges move to follow this lead before the September 24 regulation deadline.
South Korea Top Four Crypto Exchanges Launch Joint Venture To Abide By AML Regulations
The heads of Bithumb, Korbit, Coinone, and Upbit signed a memorandum to form a company with a system, which will enable them to adhere to anti-money laundering regulations.