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South Korea's Early Exports Rise, Bolstering Rate Hike Outlook
South Korea's early August exports show strong growth, driven by AI demand, reinforcing expectations for additional interest rate hikes in the economy.
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BitGo Becomes First Global Crypto Firm with South Korea License
BitGo has secured a virtual asset license in South Korea, claiming to be the first global crypto company to achieve this milestone, backed by local partners.
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BitGo Korea Gains VASP Registration for Institutional Custody
BitGo Korea's recent VASP registration could boost institutional crypto adoption in South Korea, impacting the regulatory and financial landscape.
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Bitcoin Stays Above $64,000 Amid South Korea's Market Decline
Bitcoin remains steady above $64,000 as U.S. Treasury yields decline, contrasting with a 5.8% drop in South Korea's Kospi index.
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Korea's Yield Curve Hits Five-Year High Amid Bond Selloff
The spread between South Korea's three- and 10-year bond yields reaches its widest point in nearly five years, driven by a global long-bond selloff.
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South Korean Won Strengthens Past 1,400 Per Dollar Mark
The South Korean won has strengthened beyond the 1,400 per dollar level, marking its first advance in over 10 months, driven by a robust semiconductor sector.
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South Korea's Household Loan Growth Hits Five-Year High
Household loan growth in South Korea surged in Q2, driven by increased home purchases and unsecured borrowing, raising financial stability concerns.
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South Korea Faces Selloff as Rising Bond Yields Hit Chip Stocks
South Korea's chip stocks decline amid rising bond yields, raising concerns over significant cash outflows from major tech companies in Asia.
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Kbank Leads Ripple Payments Initiative in South Korea
Kbank's partnership with Ripple may boost blockchain adoption in South Korea's banking sector, posing a challenge to traditional payment systems.
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M&G Investments Predicts Rally for South Korean Bonds
M&G Investments forecasts a rally in South Korean government bonds, anticipating the central bank will slow interest rate hikes as inflation pressures ease.
Korean Bonds ↑ Strong
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Delio CEO Jeong Sang-ho Sentenced to 15 Years for Fraud
Jeong Sang-ho, CEO of Delio, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in a crypto fraud case involving 70 billion won, down from 20 years sought
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Trump Orders Pentagon to Cut Military Drills with South Korea
President Trump has directed the Pentagon to reduce military exercises with South Korea, potentially impacting regional security and North Korea's stance.
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Delio CEO Receives 15-Year Sentence for Crypto Fraud
The CEO of Delio has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a $50 million crypto fraud scheme, shorter than the 20 years prosecutors requested.
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South Korea Requires Paper Trading for Leveraged ETF Investors
South Korea introduces a five-day paper trading requirement for leveraged ETF investors following a significant 90% drop in trading volume, potentially
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South Korea's 30-Year Bond Yield Reaches Record High
South Korea's 30-year government bond yield has surged to a record level due to rising energy prices and reduced demand from life insurers.
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South Korea Eliminates Travel Rule Threshold for Crypto Transfers
South Korea has removed the 1 million won threshold for the Travel Rule, now requiring information sharing for all crypto transfers between registered
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South Korea Launches Multi-Billion Dollar Chip Fund
South Korea's new multi-billion dollar chip fund aims to strengthen its semiconductor industry, potentially reshaping global tech dynamics and market influence.
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South Korea's Economic Growth Projected at 3.3% Amid Chip Demand
Analysts forecast South Korea's economic growth to reach 3.3% this year, driven by robust global demand for semiconductors ahead of a key interest rate
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South Korea's Semiconductor Investment Rises 75.9% Amid Recovery
South Korea's semiconductor sector drives economic growth with a 75.9% surge in equipment investment, though inflation and geopolitical risks loom.
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South Korea to Tax Crypto Gains Starting January 2027
South Korea confirms plans to tax cryptocurrency gains over $1,740 beginning January 1, 2027, marking a significant policy shift in the sector.