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Retail FX
Webull to Blaze Trail as First Foreign Firm in Korean Stock Trading
The US brokerage is seeking regulatory approval to enter South Korea's market.
This move could introduce competition and innovation in Korea's retail brokerage sector.
Tuesday, 20/02/2024 | 07:55 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
South Korea Reintroduces CFDs Trading after $77M Stock Scandal
Securities firms gear up for CFDs trading's return this September.
Despite past mishaps, brokers see the value in diversifying revenue streams.
Monday, 21/08/2023 | 13:21 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Institutional FX
Foreign Traders Gain Easier Access to South Korea after 30 Years, CFDs Not Included
South Korean government is changing unfavorable laws after 30 years.
Unfortunately, the changes will only refer to the stock and bond market, not CFDs or cryptos.
Monday, 05/06/2023 | 11:50 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Regulation
South Korean Party Seeks Early Enforcement of Bill on Crypto Asset Declaration
The new bill will require lawmakers to disclose their crypto asset holdings.
The call for earlier implementation comes as Kim Nam-kuk faces a crypto scandal.
Tuesday, 23/05/2023 | 16:24 GMT
by
FM Contributors
Regulation
South Korean Prosecutors Raid Third Crypto Exchange in Probe into Lawmaker
Following Upbit, Bithumb raids, investigators set their sights on Ozys PTE Ltd.
Raids part of ongoing investigation into Kim Nam-kuk's cryptocurrency activities
Monday, 22/05/2023 | 13:22 GMT
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FM Contributors
Regulation
Bank of Korea Preaches Legacy Financial Regulation for Crypto Market
The report also addressed the expanding usage of stablecoins.
The BOK stressed the need for financial authorities to enhance regulatory efficiency.
Friday, 19/05/2023 | 15:12 GMT
by
FM Contributors
Regulation
Upbit, Bithumb Raided Following Lawmaker’s Crypto Scandal
PPP to launch internal task force probing opposition lawmaker's cryptocurrency dealings.
Potential lobbying efforts by the gaming industry will also be investigated
Monday, 15/05/2023 | 15:28 GMT
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FM Contributors
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Analysis
2022 in Forex: Retail Traders More Active despite Lower Deposits
Key operational metrics finished the year lower.
The average number of transactions grew.
Friday, 10/03/2023 | 13:51 GMT
by
Sylwester Majewski
CryptoCurrency
Binance Nears Acquisition of Korean Crypto Exchange Gopax: Report
The exchange intends to acquire Gopax CEO Lee Jun-Haeng's 41.2% majority shares.
Binance recently acquired a Japanese crypto exchange.
Monday, 02/01/2023 | 18:07 GMT
by
Solomon Oladipupo
Analysis
Analysis: Forex Traders from South Korea Top the Rankings
First time deposits rebound from the lows.
Chinese traders are less active than usual.
Tuesday, 20/12/2022 | 16:23 GMT
by
Sylwester Majewski
News
Binance and the City of Busan Partner to Boost Blockchain Adoption
The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the South Korean city.
Binance will support blockchain-related research and investment in Busan.
Friday, 26/08/2022 | 08:07 GMT
by
Bilal Jafar
News
Crypto.com Boosts Global Presence, Secures Registration in South Korea
The company has secured virtual asset service provider registration in the country.
Crypto.com aims to become an industry leader in regulatory compliance and consumer protection.
Monday, 08/08/2022 | 07:55 GMT
by
Bilal Jafar
Institutional FX
South Korean Banks See Record Jump in Daily FX Turnover during Q2
The average figure came in at $65.59 billion for the reported period.
The daily average turnover of FX spots touched $25.05 billion.
Monday, 25/07/2022 | 07:37 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
Analysis
Analysis: February Ends Three Month Slide With Record FX Deposits
Chinese traders demoted to second most active
Net Deposits to forex rise for the third consecutive month
Thursday, 12/05/2022 | 12:12 GMT
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Sylwester Majewski
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Brokers
Hana Financial Purchases 35% Stake in BIDV Securities
BIDV Securities is a Vietnam-based brokerage.
The deal makes Hana Financial one of the biggest shareholders of BIDV Securities.
Monday, 25/04/2022 | 08:01 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
News
Western Union Partners with Travel Wallet for Expansion in South Korea
Travel Wallet is a prominent fintech company in the region.
The users of Travel Wallet in South Korea now have the option to send money through WU.
Wednesday, 16/02/2022 | 07:46 GMT
by
Bilal Jafar
Payments
Worldline Expands Its Services in South Korea
The company announced the expansion to address the specific needs of businesses in South Korea.
Tuesday, 30/11/2021 | 09:04 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
Analysis
Analysis: Retail FX Traders from South Korea Surprisingly Active
Investors kept funding their FX accounts in August
Wednesday, 13/10/2021 | 10:19 GMT
by
Sylwester Majewski
News
Unregulated Crypto-Related Foreign Currency Transfers in Korea Are Rising
During the first 8 months of 2021, Korea saw over $676 million worth of unregulated FX transfers involving cryptocurrencies.
Tuesday, 12/10/2021 | 11:51 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
News
Bitcoin Price Looks Bullish as "Kimchi Premium" Surges to 11%
During BTC's parabolic run in 2017, the Kimchi premium surged as high as 20%. Is history repeating itself?
Monday, 05/04/2021 | 07:08 GMT
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Rachel McIntosh
Exchanges
Eurex Expands Partnership with Korea Exchange
Both exchanges have expanded the list of products available through their joint link.
Monday, 15/03/2021 | 13:08 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
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South Korea Plans to Implement 20% Tax on Cryptocurrency Profits in 2023
The Government is planning a 20% tax on cryptocurrency investors making an annual income of more than 2.5 million Won.
Friday, 08/01/2021 | 13:04 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
Exchanges
Binance Korea to Close Operations Next Month
The crypto exchange serving Korean clients announced today that it has decided to close its operations due to low usage.
Thursday, 24/12/2020 | 11:27 GMT
by
Bilal Jafar
Regulation
South Korea to Unveil Rules of Cryptocurrency Taxation in July
The South Korean government was said to be considering imposing a 20 percent tax on crypto income.
Wednesday, 17/06/2020 | 15:19 GMT
by
Aziz Abdel-Qader
News
A Wave of Blockchain-Based Unlisted Stock Platforms is Hitting Korea
The unlisted stock trading platforms could act as a bolster to South Korea's startup ecosystem.
Monday, 11/05/2020 | 07:27 GMT
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Rachel McIntosh
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