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"Public STOs Can Prevent Real Estate PF Reliance and Jeonse Fraud"

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"Public STOs Can Prevent Real Estate PF Reliance and Jeonse Fraud"

There are growing calls for the introduction of public Security Token Offerings (STO) as a method of fundraising in the real estate development market. In the current structure, which relies on project financing (PF), higher interest rates lead to increased financial costs, which in turn result in higher pre-sale prices. However, by utilizing STOs, financial costs can be reduced, thereby preventing pre-sale price hikes. Additionally, the necessity of using STOs in jeonse loans to prevent rental fraud in the lease market was also raised. Inho, Director of the Blockchain Research Center at Korea University, stated this on the afternoon of the 28th at the "Public STO-Based Digital Economy and Digital Asset Industry Promotion Forum" held at the Korea Financial Investment Education Center in Yeouido, Seoul. The key advantage of public STOs is their ability to lower financial costs in construction projects. Project financing, which raises funds based on future pre-sale revenues, leads to inc

Korbit to Commercialize Stablecoin Payments via "Moneytree" App

Korbit to Commercialize Stablecoin Payments via "Moneytree" App

Korbit, South Korea's first virtual asset exchange, announced on April 10 that it will launch a stablecoin-based payment business in partnership with the electronic financial service provider Galaxia Moneytree. This initiative aims to enable the use of virtual assets for everyday payments. The two companies have agreed to link Korbit’s virtual asset trading infrastructure with Galaxia Moneytree’s “Moneytree” app. Through this business, the companies plan to establish a stablecoin-based top-up, payment, and settlement structure. Users will be able to charge Moneytree Cash using their virtual assets held on Korbit and make payments at affiliated merchants. After verifying the stability of the service and the operational framework through gradual proof-of-concept (PoC) stages, they plan to move forward with a phased commercialization. A Korbit representative stated, “We will enhance the user experience based on a stable trading infrastructure and expand the range of use for virtual assets

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04.10 08:48

DAXA Publishes "2026 Policy Collection" ... In-Depth Analysis of Stablecoins and Real-World Asset Tokens

DAXA Publishes "2026 Policy Collection" ... In-Depth Analysis of Stablecoins and Real-World Asset Tokens

The Digital Asset eXchange Alliance (DAXA) announced on April 9, 2026, that it has published the "2026 Digital Asset Policy Collection," which analyzes major global digital finance trends such as stablecoins and real-world asset tokens (RWA), and provides strategies to enhance the global competitiveness of the domestic ecosystem. This policy collection begins with an analysis of digital assets and stablecoins from a financial perspective, and focuses on topics such as managing capital outflow using KRW-based stablecoins, as well as establishing systems for the institutionalization and risk management of stablecoins. In addition, it includes practical recommendations for harmonizing industry development and regulation. These cover the use of on-chain data monitoring for supervision and risk response, strategies to expand the user base and improve market liquidity, as well as an overview of global RWA trends and directions for domestic policy. Oh Sejin, Chairman of DAXA, stated, "We wil

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04.09 09:05

Bithumb Warns Users About "ClickFix Phishing" and "InfoStealer Malware"

Bithumb Warns Users About "ClickFix Phishing" and "InfoStealer Malware"

On April 9, Bithumb provided users with prevention guidelines regarding a new phishing technique called "ClickFix" and an information-stealing malware known as "InfoStealer." This announcement is part of a monthly security campaign that will be conducted regularly starting this month to strengthen user protection. ClickFix refers to a phishing method that deceives users by displaying error pop-ups or security alert screens, thereby prompting them to copy and paste commands themselves. While traditional phishing attempts typically lure users into clicking malicious links or downloading files, ClickFix is even more deceptive because it manipulates users into executing commands themselves. In this process, the installed InfoStealer malware can collect and leak various sensitive information, including account passwords, browser-stored data, virtual asset wallet data, session tokens, and cookies. Since it is difficult to detect an infection, users need to exercise heightened caution. Bithu

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04.09 08:37

Korbit Signs MOU with Good Neighbors to Promote Digital Asset-Based Donations

Korbit Signs MOU with Good Neighbors to Promote Digital Asset-Based Donations

Korbit, a virtual asset exchange, announced on April 9 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Good Neighbors to promote donations based on digital assets. Korbit and Good Neighbors have agreed to introduce a new donation method utilizing digital assets in order to increase accessibility to donation participation and to create a foundation for more people to join in sharing. The two organizations plan to establish a participation model for donations using digital assets and to conduct various collaborative projects, such as operating donation campaigns based on the exchange's platform. Sejin Oh, CEO of Korbit, stated, "We hope to continue various social contribution activities so that virtual assets can be used as tools to realize social value, beyond simply serving as investment instruments. We expect that this agreement will provide more users with easy and meaningful opportunities to participate in sharing." Miseon Jeon, Secretary General of Good Neighbors, said

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04.09 08:31

TheVentures Selected as Operator for "Everyone's Startup" Project... Fostering Innovative Entrepreneurs

TheVentures Selected as Operator for "Everyone's Startup" Project... Fostering Innovative Entrepreneurs

On April 2, TheVentures, a venture capital (VC) firm specializing in global early-stage investments, announced that it has been selected as the official operating organization for the Seoul regional general and technology tracks of the government-led startup audition, “Everyone’s Startup Project,” hosted by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. Through this program, TheVentures plans to offer tailored mentoring for entrepreneurs. The entire process?from idea discovery, business model review, proof of concept (PoC), product-market fit (PMF) exploration, to investment pitching?will be carried out in close collaboration with the entrepreneurs. TheVentures also intends to consider direct investment and recommendations for TIPS (Tech Incubator Program for Startup Korea) for outstanding teams that complete the program. TheVentures has shortened the investment review period to within a week by implementing an internally developed artificial intelligence (AI) investment manager, the first of its

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04.02 08:32

Korbit Partners with KG Financial to Develop Digital Asset Payment Service

Korbit Partners with KG Financial to Develop Digital Asset Payment Service

Korbit, the nation’s first virtual asset exchange, is set to establish a linked payment service that enables digital assets to be used for real-life payments. On March 31, Korbit announced that it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with KG Financial, a comprehensive payment service company, to build a digital asset payment service. Through this service, the company aims to create a digital asset payment ecosystem by integrating the exchange with card and payment gateway (PG) based payment infrastructure. The core of this collaboration is to establish a charge-and-payment structure utilizing digital assets. Korbit’s role will be to sell only the required amount of digital assets, such as stablecoins, when a digital asset holder wishes to make a payment at a merchant. KG Financial will support charging the cash-converted amount onto the Mobile Card through Korbit, allowing it to be used at 3.4 million online and offline merchants nationwide. A Korbit official stated, “Our goa

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03.31 09:10

"Anxious About a Market Crash... Where to Invest Besides Semiconductors?" Experts Point to These Sectors [Weekend Money]

"Anxious About a Market Crash... Where to Invest Besides Semiconductors?" Experts Point to These Sectors [Weekend Money]

Among the non-semiconductor sectors, securities, shipbuilding, and defense were identified as the industries with the highest growth potential for the first quarter of this year. There was also a suggestion that the semiconductor sector's earnings trend should be closely monitored. Daishin Securities highlighted securities, shipbuilding, and defense as the non-semiconductor sectors most likely to deliver earnings surprises in the first quarter of this year. Earnings forecasts for the securities and shipbuilding sectors have been steadily improving. For the securities sector, increased trading volume driven by a rising stock market and heightened volatility has raised expectations for improved performance. For the shipbuilding sector, the strengthening of U.S. energy security policies and growing demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers are key drivers of earnings growth. Although earnings estimates for the defense sector have not changed significantly, there is potential for pro

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03.29 09:11

"Please, Stop Falling Out"... Money Pours Into the 11 Billion Won Hair Loss Market as VCs Chase a Jackpot Dream [VC Now]

"Please, Stop Falling Out"... Money Pours Into the 11 Billion Won Hair Loss Market as VCs Chase a Jackpot Dream [VC Now]

Venture capital (VC) firms are paying increasing attention to technologies for the treatment and prevention of hair loss. This is due to the rising demand for related products, especially among men, and the potential for exponential added value if a proven treatment is commercialized. VCs Investing in 'Hair Loss Solutions'According to the venture capital industry on March 27, scalp care brand Refield’s operator, Konstant, recently secured KRW 11 billion in Series B funding. The investment round was led by Korea Investment Partners, with participation from existing investors such as Amorepacific and Hana Ventures, as well as KT Investment. Konstant has established a unique presence in the industry by redefining hair loss and scalp management as part of a daily routine rather than a medical treatment. Leveraging over 1 million accumulated data points and AI-based scalp scanning devices, the company enables users to select products tailored to their scalp condition. With this investment,

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03.27 07:45

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