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Impeached South Korean president Yoon arrested weeks after martial law attempt

Impeached South Korean president Yoon arrested weeks after martial law attempt

South Korean authorities have reportedly arrested the country’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, making him the first president to be taken into custody in years.Yoon was taken from his residence on Jan. 15 for questioning over his controversial martial law ruling last month, South Korea’s Yonhap…

Is Cryptoqueen Ruja Ignatova Alive and Hiding in South Africa? (Report)

Is Cryptoqueen Ruja Ignatova Alive and Hiding in South Africa? (Report)

The latest investigation suggests that Ignatova might be hiding in one of Cape Town's most luxurious neighborhoods.

Dimitar Dzhondzhorov
South Korea Continues to Block Bitcoin Spot and Futures ETFs

South Korea Continues to Block Bitcoin Spot and Futures ETFs

The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) of South Korea maintains its ban on Bitcoin spot and futures ETFs, enforcing strict regulations against cryptocurrency-related investment products. This persistent stance raises concerns about the country’s potential to lag behind globally in the financial are…

Fatih Uçar
Authorities Bust $232M Crypto Scam in South Korea, Arrest 215 Suspects

Authorities Bust $232M Crypto Scam in South Korea, Arrest 215 Suspects

A massive $232 million cryptocurrency scam in South Korea led to 215 arrests, including a YouTuber who fled the country.

Chayanika Deka
South Korea investigates Upbit’s KYC violations amid market dominance concerns

South Korea investigates Upbit’s KYC violations amid market dominance concerns

The South Korean government has uncovered significant Know-Your-Customer (KYC) violations on Upbit, the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. On Nov. 14, local media reports indicated that the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of the Financial Services Commission identified these issues during …

Oluwapelumi Adejumo
South Korea Exchange Upbit Faces Probe Over KYC Violations, Here’s All

South Korea Exchange Upbit Faces Probe Over KYC Violations, Here’s All

Upbit, the leading South Korean crypto exchange, is under investigation for KYC violations during its license renewal process. The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) discovered over 500,000 cases of improper customer verification. The violations have raised concerns about money laundering risks. The …

Coingape Staff
Bitcoin Premium in South Korea Rises: A Bullish Signal or Just Regional Dynamics?

Bitcoin Premium in South Korea Rises: A Bullish Signal or Just Regional Dynamics?

Although bitcoin dipped below $70,000 earlier this week, South Korean markets still show a notable premium. On Oct. 24, the premium climbed as high as 2.21%, with today’s rate only slightly lower. South Korea’s Bitcoin Premium Bounces Back After October’s Brief Dip As of 4:45 p.m. EST, bitcoin is pr…

Jamie Redman
New South Korean Regulator ‘Could Speed Up Bitcoin ETF Verdict’

New South Korean Regulator ‘Could Speed Up Bitcoin ETF Verdict’

A new South Korean regulatory body is set to launch this month, with a ruling on Bitcoin ETF approval reportedly high on its agenda.

Tim Alper
South Korea to discuss approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs

South Korea to discuss approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs

South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) announced the creation of a Virtual Asset Committee to address the approval of spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the country on Oct. 10, according to local media reports. The committee will act as an advisory body designed to provide compre…

Gino Matos
Ripple News : XRP Payments Now Live in South Korea

Ripple News : XRP Payments Now Live in South Korea

The post Ripple News : XRP Payments Now Live in South Korea appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The XRP Ledge has just taken a huge step towards making payments simple. A payment solution based in South Korea known as Surfy has integrated XRP into its system. This means users can purchase items…

Vijay Gir
South Korean Regulator Unveils Plan to Inspect Crypto Exchanges for Illegal Practices

South Korean Regulator Unveils Plan to Inspect Crypto Exchanges for Illegal Practices

South Korea’s financial regulator, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), will inspect crypto exchanges to identify illegal practices following stricter regulations under the Virtual Asset Users Protection Act. The review aims to ensure compliance and safeguard crypto assets, with severe penalties…

Kevin Helms
Telegram's Troubles Deepen as South Korea Joins Crackdown

Telegram's Troubles Deepen as South Korea Joins Crackdown

The messaging platform has drawn the ire of yet another regulatory body.