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Korean Lawyers Urge Government to Draw Up Blockchain Rules

The Korean Bar Association has called on the government to introduce blockchain regulations, ASAP.

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In Korea's Ruling Party, A Lawmaker Commits to Ending the ICO Ban

A powerful new voice is standing up to South Korea's ICO ban.

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South Korea's Financial Watchdog Warns Investors Over Crypto Funds

South Korea's Financial Services Commission has warned the public to exercise caution when investing in cryptocurrency funds.

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South Korea to Decide on ICO Legality in November, Official Says

The South Korean government will decide in November whether it will again permit initial coin offerings in the country.

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Seoul Mayor Plans $100 Million Fund to Build Blockchain Smart City

The mayor of Seoul plans to invest $100 million over the next five years to develop the South Korean capital as a smart city powered by blockchain.

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South Korea's Policy Chief Calls for Legalization of ICOs

The chairman of South Korea's National Policy Committee has called for the legalization of ICOs at a meeting of the National Assembly.

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South Korea's Largest Venture Firm Backs First Blockchain Startup

Korea Investment Partners, the largest venture capital firm in South Korea, just invested in its first blockchain startup.

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LG's Mobile Arm to Trial Blockchain Payments for Overseas Travelers

South Korean telco LG Uplus is to trial a blockchain-based mobile payment service aimed to let travelers save fees when shopping abroad.

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Korea Taps Samsung's Blockchain Tech to Fight Customs Fraud

South Korea's Customs Service is looking to adopt Samsung's blockchain tech to launch a decentralized exports clearance system.

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Korean Financial Watchdogs Probing Blockchain Firms Over ICO Activity

South Korean regulators are contacting local blockchain startups as part of an investigation into initial coin offerings, according to CoinDesk Korea.

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