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INTERVIEW Hotelier brings fresh ideas to decades-old Walkerhill by incorporating Web3

Hotel guests usually don’t seek out active experiences. They arrive, enjoy the amenities and then head back to their daily lives. However, as Walkerhill celebrates its 61st anniversary in Korea this year, the hotel is rethinking its concept by embracing Web3 technology.

Oct 17, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
[INTERVIEW] Hotelier brings fresh ideas to decades-old Walkerhill by incorporating Web3

INTERVIEW BitGo to enter Korea with global expertise, local insight

Operating in Korea as a foreign entity can be a struggle. But when you're in the crypto industry, where the market is still forming and regulations are yet to be completed, the barriers can be even higher.

Oct 2, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
[INTERVIEW] BitGo to enter Korea with global expertise, local insight

S. Korea, US, Japan to team up for tracing N. Korea's illegal cyber activities

South Korea, the United States and Japan have agreed to bolster joint efforts to combat North Korea's illegal cyber activities, which are increasingly targeting the virtual currency industry, the presidential office said Monday.

Sep 30, 2024By Yonhap
S. Korea, US, Japan to team up for tracing N. Korea's illegal cyber activities

ANALYSIS Why does Korea's crypto market boast global appeal?

The virtual asset market in Korea faces limitations due to regulatory constraints. Domestic exchanges are restricted to Korean nationals, and trading volume is driven primarily by local participants. Institutional investments and initial coin offerings are also banned.

Sep 27, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
[ANALYSIS] Why does Korea's crypto market boast global appeal?

INTERVIEW Chiliz spent 6 years learning about Korean market, and it's time to expand

Here’s an intriguing fact: baseball reigns as the most popular sport in Korea. Even among football fans, European teams are favored over local ones.

Sep 25, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
[INTERVIEW] Chiliz spent 6 years learning about Korean market, and it's time to expand

Virtual asset custody gains traction in Korea amid legal hurdles

The market for virtual asset custody — a service that securely stores virtual assets for owners, primarily corporations — is once again gaining momentum in Korea.

Sep 24, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
Virtual asset custody gains traction in Korea amid legal hurdles

Will Korea's STO legislation finally be approved?

Korea was an early adopter of fractional investing in physical assets, a trend that surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. Young investors, lacking substantial capital yet seeking diverse investment strategies, eagerly embraced these opportunities. The range of products is broad, including art, real estate and even livestock.

Sep 22, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
Will Korea's STO legislation finally be approved?

Terraform Labs approved for bankruptcy wind-down after US SEC settlement

Terraform Labs received court approval on Thursday to wind down its operations in bankruptcy after agreeing to settle a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit accusing the company of defrauding cryptocurrency investors who lost an estimated $40 billion when the TerraUSD and Luna tokens collapsed in 2022.

Sep 20, 2024By Reuters
Terraform Labs approved for bankruptcy wind-down after US SEC settlement

Digital tokens to hit supermarkets in December

Starting in December, selected participants will be able to use digital tokens, converted from bank deposits, to make payments at domestic supermarkets and convenience stores, according to sources, Thursday.

Sep 20, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
Digital tokens to hit supermarkets in December

Global crypto companies roll out expansion plans for Korea following Blockchain Week

Global crypto companies are announcing major partnerships during Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) 2024, driven by the country's enthusiasm and growth potential in the Web 3.0 sector.

Sep 4, 2024By Lee Yeon-woo
Global crypto companies roll out expansion plans for Korea following Blockchain Week
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