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Police have reportedly used AI to spot a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme in South Korea that cheated investors out of $18.5 million.

By Yogita KhatriAbr 8, 2019

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South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb has had over $13 million in EOS stolen in a hack, but says customer funds are safe.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 30, 2019

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South Korean actor and businessman Bae Yong-joon has invested an undisclosed sum in blockchain-based seafood trade startup Seamon.

By Yogita KhatriMar 12, 2019

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Ground X, the blockchain subsidiary of South Korea's Kakao, has raised $90 million in a private coin offering, Bloomberg says.

By Yogita KhatriMar 11, 2019

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South Korea-based ICONLOOP, the firm behind blockchain project ICON, has denied reports it's moving to go public.

By Yogita KhatriPeb 27, 2019

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South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Coinbin has declared bankruptcy, in part due to claimed embezzlement by a former exec.

By Yogita KhatriPeb 25, 2019

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The Seoul Metropolitan Government has committed over $1 billion to invest in innovative startups by 2022, including blockchain firms.

By Yogita KhatriPeb 19, 2019

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Crypto exchange Bithumb has launched a global OTC trading desk for digital assets based in Hong Kong.

By Yogita KhatriPeb 8, 2019

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A Bank of Korea study concluded that a central bank digital currency could adversely affect commercial banks and ultimately financial stability.

By Yogita KhatriPeb 7, 2019

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South Korea has decided not to lift its ban on domestic initial coin offerings after a watchdog's survey found projects have been violating rules.

By Yogita KhatriEne 31, 2019