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South Korea to Strengthen Crypto Exchange Oversight from August 20

Original sourceBusinesskorea

Summary

South Korea will implement revised reporting rules on August 20, tightening scrutiny of crypto exchanges, including reviewing major shareholder qualifications, financial soundness (debt ratio cap of 200%, no loan defaults in three years), requiring at least four dedicated AML personnel, ISMS certif…

Key points

  • Crypto-related parties operating or investing in South Korea must understand stricter compliance requirements.
  • South Korea's tightening may raise operational costs for exchanges and impact market participants.
  • Rising compliance costs may force smaller exchanges out, reducing choices but enhancing investor protection.

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