Bank of Korea Eyes Blockchain for State-Backed Deposit Tokens

June 1, 2025

Catenaa, Sunday, June 01, 2025-The Bank of Korea is weighing a plan to connect central bank-issued deposit tokens with public blockchain networks, signaling a major policy shift in its approach to digital currency innovation and financial sovereignty. Deputy Governor Lee Jong-ryeol announced the proposal Tuesday at the Blockchain Leaders Club event in Seoul, calling the […]

South Koreans Hold Record $73.4B in Crypto After Trump Surge

April 26, 2025

Catenaa, Saturday, April 26, 2025-South Koreans are holding a record $73.4 billion in cryptocurrency, according to the Bank of Korea (BOK). The total crypto market capitalization on domestic exchanges surpassed 100 trillion won ($73.4 billion) in December 2024, marking a significant increase from the $41 billion held just two months earlier. The surge came in […]