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KRX Launches Central Clearing for KOFR Interest Rate Swaps

By Manesh Samtani | 28/10/2025

The move centralises clearing for risk-free rate derivatives, aiming to boost market stability, liquidity, and reduce counterparty risk.

Market Infrastructure

BOK Denies Report of Trilateral Currency Swap Talks with China, Japan

By Editors | 23/10/2025

BOK refuted claims of a three-way discussion, but confirmed talks are underway to extend its bilateral deal with China.

Fintech / Regtech

BIS Study Finds Korean CBDC Could See 19pc Adoption Rate

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/10/2025

A BIS study of over 3,500 Korean consumers predicts a retail CBDC would be the second most popular payment method, with adoption critically shaped by financial incentives and design.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea to Launch 24-Hour FX Trading and Allow Foreign FIs to Participate Directly

By Manesh Samtani | 29/09/2025

The move, set for next year, will allow direct offshore participation as Seoul seeks inclusion in a key global stock index.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea to Broaden Access to FX Swaps for Securities Firms

By Mark Johnston | 23/09/2025

The Korea Securities Finance Corporation will enter the FX swap market next year, providing securities firms with a new channel to access foreign currency.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea to Integrate Industrial Accident Risk into Financial Regulation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/09/2025

The new measures will require financial firms to factor companies' safety records into lending, insurance, and investment decisions, introducing penalties and incentives.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Koscom Eyes Stablecoin Business as Landmark Regulation Looms

By Mark Johnston | 19/09/2025

Korea Exchange subsidiary files won-stablecoin trademarks as financial authorities prepare to introduce a comprehensive digital asset regulatory framework in October.

AML / KYC

Korea Sees Record Account Suspensions Over Voice Phishing Scams

By Editors | 12/09/2025

Over 150,000 accounts were frozen in five years as authorities consider legislation to make financial firms partially liable for scam damages.

Fintech / Regtech

South Korea Taps Major Banks for Digital Currency Subsidy Trial

By Editors | 09/09/2025

BOK is moving forward with a pilot to distribute state subsidies using a programmable digital currency, aiming to curb fraud.