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South Korea’s Bitcoin Premium Persists Amid Market Volatility
31.8.2024
Despite recent turbulence in the crypto market, bitcoin’s price continues to carry a premium in South Korea. As of 4 p.m. EDT, bitcoin is trading at $59,002 per unit, but in South Korea, the exchange rate hits $59,900, reflecting a 1.52% premium. Despite First Negative Dip Since Oct. 2023...
Chiliz blockchain and ‘Google of South Korea’ partner on crypto wallet
30.8.2024
South Korean internet search giant Naver is launching a non-custodial crypto wallet, adding the Chiliz blockchain as its first
Crypto Firm’s CEO Stabbed in Court During Fraud Trial in Seoul
30.8.2024
The CEO of cryptocurrency deposit service Haru Invest was stabbed in the neck during his fraud trial in Seoul. The attack occurred in the courtroom, carried out by a man in his 50s. Lee survived the attack with non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. Crypto Platform’s...
CEO of South Korean Crypto Firm Haru Invest Stabbed During Trial: Reuters
29.8.2024
The executive was taken to hospital; his injuries were not life threatening
40 Nations Join US and South Korea in Combating North Korean Crypto Crimes
29.8.2024
The U.S. Department of State and the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs co-hosted a symposium in New York City on Tuesday, focusing on protecting the virtual asset industry from exploitation by North Korea (DPRK) and disrupting its revenue generation. The event aimed to curb...
South Korean crypto CEO stabbed in court during Haru Invest fraud trial
28.8.2024
The courtroom stabbing comes weeks after a Chinese gang robbed over $2 million worth of crypto at gunpoint in a luxury estate in Thailand.
US Payrolls Revised Down by 818,000, Largest in 15 Years: QCP Capital Analyzes Impact on Markets
22.8.2024
QCP Capital reports that the largest downward revision to U.S. payrolls in 15 years has raised concerns over the strength of the labor market. The report suggests that these revisions could influence the Federal Reserve’s decisions on interest rates. QCP Capital: U.S. Payroll Revision...
Another Crypto 'Fraudster' Arrested in Montenegro, Where Do Kwon Awaits Extradition: Reports
21.8.2024
Polish national Roman Ziemian, the co-founder of digital currency trading platform FutureNet who allegedly defrauded users out of around $21 million has been detained in Montenegro, according to multiple reports citing an announcement from the nation's police
South Korean crypto exchange employees out-earn staff at major banks
19.8.2024
Dunamu’s consolidated sales in the first quarter of 2024 reached $400 million, showing a 60.5% increase.
South Korea’s NPS Buys $34M Worth MicroStrategy Shares
16.8.2024
The world’s third-largest public pension fund has just bought about $34 million in shares of MicroStrategy. The National…
South Korea's Pension Fund Snaps Up Nearly $34M MicroStrategy Shares
16.8.2024
South Korean pension fund, National Pension Service (NPS), has bought MicroStrategy (MSTR) shares worth nearly $34 million in the second quarter of this year, according to filings made public earlier this week
World’s 3rd largest public pension fund buys $34M MicroStrategy shares
16.8.2024
South Korea’s public pension fund has just upped its crypto exposure further, buying tens of thousands of shares in MicroStrategy
Following Court Ruling, XRP Price Skyrockets as South Korea Leads the Charge
8.8.2024
On Aug. 8, following the imposition of a $125 million civil penalty on Ripple Labs by a district judge, the firm’s executives and community celebrated the outcome as a “victory.” This led to an uptick in XRP’s trading volume and price. In the 24 hours leading up to...
Montenegrin court delays Do Kwon’s extradition to South Korea
8.8.2024
The Terraform Labs co-founder has been in Montenegro since his arrest in 2023, potentially facing extradition to either his native South Korea or the United States
Montenegrin court delays Do Kwon’s extradition to South Korea
8.8.2024
The Terraform Labs co-founder has been in Montenegro since his arrest in 2023, potentially facing extradition to either his native South Korea or the United States
Montenegrin court delays Do Kwon’s extradition to South Korea
8.8.2024
The Terraform Labs co-founder has been in Montenegro since his arrest in 2023, potentially facing extradition to either his native South Korea or the United States
Bitcoin Premium Climbs to 6% in South Korea Amid Market Turbulence
7.8.2024
On Wednesday, at approximately 4:11 p.m. EDT, bitcoin’s value against the U.S. dollar stood at $54,709 per unit, reflecting a 3.41% decrease over the preceding 24 hours. Concurrently, in South Korea, the price of bitcoin was $57,027 per coin, representing a 4.23% premium. According to data...
Market Mayhem: Bitcoin Crashes Below $59K, $223M in Liquidations as South Korea’s Premium Spikes
4.8.2024
The price of bitcoin (BTC) fell below the $59,000 threshold on Sunday, hitting a low of $58,080 per unit. Over the past 24 hours, bitcoin’s value has decreased by 3.5% against the U.S. dollar, and it has dropped 13% over the week. Bitcoin Slides Below $59K At 1:24 p.m. EDT on Sunday, bitcoin...
Montenegrin Court Upholds Extradition of Terraform Labs Co-Founder Do Kwon to South Korea
2.8.2024
In a significant legal development, a Montenegrin appeals court has upheld the decision to extradite Do Kwon, co-founder of Terraform Labs, to South Korea. Kwon, who has been in custody in Montenegro since March 2023 for attempting to travel with a fake passport, faces criminal charges in South...
Montenegro Court Extradites Do Kwon to South Korea, not US
1.8.2024
Reports show that the Montenegrin appeals court has upheld a ruling by a lower court to hand over Do Kwon to South Korea. The South Korean mogul, often known as “the cryptocurrency king,” will serve time in his native country, not the United States. Do Kwon extradited to his native South Korea...