Korean Won Becomes the Most-Used Currency to Trade Crypto Assets

• Korean won surpassed USD in terms of trading volume.
• Upbit hosts 80% of the total Korean trading volume.
• Crypto.com recently delayed its debut in the South Korean market.

The Korean won has surpassed the United States dollar as the most-used currency for trading Bitcoin and other digital assets.

According to a report from Bloomberg, this uptick is centered around Upbit, an exchange based in Seoul’s Gangnam district. Upbit’s wide selection of listed coins and user-friendly interface have helped it capture the majority of Korea’s crypto market. 

With over 80% of Korean trading volumes, Upbit’s dominance in the local market is unrivaled, ranking among the top five exchanges globally by volume and closely competing with Coinbase.

Notably, new legislation aimed at protecting investors after the collapse of Do Kwon’s TerraUSD stablecoin in 2022 seems to further consolidate Upbit’s grip on the market. Under these regulations, crypto exchanges will be required to increase reserves, obtain investor-protection insurance, and enhance monitoring for suspicious transactions. 

While these measures aim to protect investors, they may inadvertently strengthen Upbit’s…

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