BANK OF KOREA

Capital / Liquidity

BOK Revamps Liquidity Management Framework, Expands Access

By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

Regular repo purchases will be introduced alongside an expansion of the range of eligible collateral and new participation incentives.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korean Think Tank Calls for Reforms to Help Crypto Sector Develop

By Thisanka Siripala | 25/06/2025

The report, published by a think tank associated with Korbit, says South Korea trails the US and EU, where banks can invest in crypto firms.

Crypto / Digital Assets

BOK Governor Expresses No Objection to Stablecoin Issuance

By Thisanka Siripala | 23/06/2025

Lee Chang-yong says a won stablecoin is “necessary”, but continues to warn that it could end up increasing demand for USD-based stablecoins.

Crypto / Digital Assets

South Korean Lawmakers Propose Stricter Stablecoin Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 18/06/2025

New “Digital Asset Innovation Act” proposes higher capital requirements for stablecoin issuers and the establishment of a new committee under the FSC.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Taiwan FSC Considers Extending Transition Period for New Crypto Law

By Manesh Samtani | 14/06/2025

The draft Virtual Asset Services Law proposed in March will be submitted to Taiwanese lawmakers for consideration by the end of June.

Korean Banks Receive Approval to Advance Vietnam Expansion Plans

By Editors | 03/06/2025

IBK received a confirmation letter allowing it to initiate the process of establishing a Vietnam subsidiary. KDB received a similar letter regarding a new branch.

Securities / Derivatives

FSC Korea Says KOFR Promotion Plan is On Track

By Manesh Samtani | 30/05/2025

Shinhan and Kookmin issued KOFR-linked floating-rate bonds for the first time in May. The central clearing system for KOFR swaps is on track for launch in October.

Sanctions

Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team Issues First Report on DPRK

By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

The report details the deepening military cooperation between North Korea and Russia and calls for UN sanctions against individuals, entities, and vessels involved in this activity.

Crypto / Digital Assets

BOK Pushes Banks on CBDC Trials, Weighs Stablecoin Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

Bank of Korea urges commercial lenders to join CBDC pilots, explores private stablecoin integration amid capital outflow concerns.