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South Korea
Meet Kakao: How Korea's Largest Mobile Giant Is Embracing Blockchain
Jason Han, CEO of Kakao's blockchain subsidiary Ground X, tells CoinDesk his thoughts on how crypto could impact big business.
Korean National Assembly Makes Official Proposal to Lift ICO Ban
South Korea's legislative arm of government is pushing for the removal of the country's ban on domestic initial coin offerings.
Seoul Mayor Pledges Blockchain Boost in Re-Election Push
Seoul mayor Park Won-soon is pledging to focus on blockchain innovation as part of his campaign pitch for potential re-election this year.
Korea's Biggest Crypto Exchange Raided Over Suspected Fraud
Prosecutors in South Korea have raided the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the country, UPbit, over suspected fraud, according to a report.
New Korean Financial Watchdog Chief Takes Softer Tone on Cryptos
The incoming head of a South Korean financial regulator has noted the "positive aspects" of cryptocurrencies.
Korea's SK Telecom to Build Blockchain for Identity and Asset Exchange
SK Telecom has announced plans to launch a blockchain-based platform aimed to simplify payment and subscription processes.
Bitcoin Pyramid Scheme Amassed $20 Million in South Korea
Two men in South Korea have been sentenced for building a bitcoin pyramid scheme that swindled around $20 million from investors.
Korea Moves to Limit Crypto Mining Chip Imports
Cryptocurrency miners in South Korea may soon find it more difficult to get foreign-made mining chips imported to the country.
Industry Group to Bring 'Order' to Korea's Crypto Exchanges
A South Korean blockchain industry organization has proposed a self-regulatory framework to set standards for the cryptocurrency exchange industry.
Korea to Inspect 3 Banks Over Crypto Exchange Connections
Three South Korean banks are to be inspected over their compliance with new anti-money laundering rules for cryptocurrency exchange accounts.
