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South Korea’s financial system enjoys high trust, which leads to lower enthusiasm for decentralized self-custody and DeFi among users. However, almost no one in South Korea does not know about BTC, and people are more friendly to emerging projects. Due to the FOMO sentiment of investment, value preservation, and wealth creation, South Korea's crypto market remains robust and stands out in the global crypto landscape, especially with the extensive adoption of licensed cryptocurrency exchanges and users.

This article analyzes South Africa’s cryptocurrency-related systems from the perspectives of asset classification, basic taxation system, cryptocurrency taxation system, cryptocurrency regulatory policies, summary, and outlook, and predicts future development directions.

This article aims to review South Korea's cryptocurrency policy in 2024, analyzing its historical evolution, current trends, and future directions. It also examines its global market impact through specific case studies, providing readers with a comprehensive and in-depth perspective on the complexity and significance of South Korea's cryptocurrency policy.

Gate Research Daily Report( December 4): In the past 24 hours, Bitcoin (BTC) has increased by 0.12%, but due to political turmoil in South Korea, its price briefly dropped below $94,000. Currently, there are six cryptocurrencies with a market capitalization exceeding $100 billion, led by BTC, ETH, and XRP. Bitcoin long-term holders have reduced their positions to a new low, reflecting increased confidence among holders. Paul Atkins, the leading candidate for SEC Chairman under the Trump administration, has been reported to be unwilling to accept the position. Bitcoin is also facing the upcoming UASF proposal, which may lead to a split within the community. Additionally, Union Labs has completed a $14 million Series A funding round, with investments from Gumi Cryptos Capitals, Longhash Ventures, and others.

The declaration of martial law triggered a massive sell-off on local cryptocurrency exchanges. The sell-off totaled approximately $33.3 billion. Bitcoin's price dropped to $62.3K, and the local market briefly recorded the highest trading volume globally.

The article conducts a study on the data of South Korean centralized exchanges and explores the characteristics and trends of South Korean investors.

This article analyzes the regional and geographical characteristics of the cryptocurrency market, focusing on the "Kimchi Premium" phenomenon in the South Korean market, and how capital controls lead to price discrepancies. It also explores the time zone preferences of cryptocurrency exchanges and assets, as well as the growth of on-chain activity of established altcoins.

South Korea's cryptocurrency market attracts global attention due to high trading volumes and broad participation. in global cryptocurrency trading volume. Kimchi premium is derived from aggressive buying by domestic investors in a limited market environment. It serves as a meaningful indicator for understanding the Korean market.

In 2025, South Korea’s KOSPI Index hit an all-time high, climbing over 38% year-to-date. President Lee Jae-myung’s decision to delay capital gains tax reform has strengthened market confidence. This article explores the policy dynamics and investment opportunities driving the KOSPI Index’s surge.

The report delves into the characteristics of South Korea’s cryptocurrency community and the trends to watch in 2023. The report notes that communities play a key role in the success of cryptocurrency projects, especially when it comes to decentralized governance. The South Korean market’s high interest in cryptocurrencies, especially compared to stock investments, and the Upbit exchange’s leading position in global trading volume are analyzed. Cryptocurrency community platforms in South Korea, including Telegram, KakaoTalk, Coinpan, DCInside, X (Twitter), Discord, and Naver Cafe, are studied and their characteristics and user behaviors are discussed. In addition, Google Trend data was analyzed to explore the Korean community’s interest in keywords such as Bitcoin, NFT, airdrops, and Ethereum. The report also covers hot topics in the Korean community in different months, as well as information sources and influence analysis of Telegram channels.

This article offers an in-depth analysis of Japan’s cryptocurrency policy in 2024, examining its historical background, recent advancements, and emerging trends. By drawing comparisons with South Korea's approach and highlighting key case studies, it delves into Japan's influence on the global cryptocurrency landscape and the implications of its regulatory framework, providing a distinctive perspective on the nuances and importance of Japan's cryptocurrency regulations.

WEMIX is the native token launched by the South Korean game company Wemade, serving as the fuel for the GameFi ecosystem, encompassing multiple applications such as in-game payments, node incentives, and governance voting.

Talken is one of South Korea’s largest decentralized multi-chain NFT wallets, offering a comprehensive platform with integrated sections for wallets, marketplaces, and tools. It simplifies the NFT buying and trading process and has partnerships with prominent NFT projects like NFT Hero, NBA TopShot, Rarible, and Opensea.

K Wave Media's entry represents South Korean companies beginning to actively embrace the Bitcoin asset model. Despite facing price volatility and regulatory challenges, this strategic layout may bring more imaginative space for the integration of enterprises and Bitcoin in the Asian market.

This article sequentially introduces the crypto markets of Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea, covering the background and current situation, major policies and regulations, policy impacts, and future outlook. It summarizes the unique features and future trends of each country's policies, emphasizing the balance between market stability and innovation. With the rapid development of the cryptocurrency market, governments around the world are formulating relevant policies to regulate market behavior, protect investor interests, and prevent financial risks. Asia, as a key region in the global cryptocurrency market, has regulatory policies that significantly impact the global market.