Crypto Craze Takes Over South Korea: Trading Volumes Skyrocket

  • Trading volumes on South Korea’s crypto exchanges surpassed those of the local stock market, indicating a significant shift in investment preferences.
  • Korean investors are showing a growing interest in high-risk, high-return investments, with a marked preference for altcoins over more traditional assets like BTC or ETH.
  • The phenomenon known as the “Kimchi premium” highlights the strong retail demand in South Korea, with investors willing to pay a premium for Bitcoin.

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