South Korea Prepares New Crypto Laws After Terra Fiasco
Following the recent shockwaves of the (LUNA) crash which had shaken the spirit of many crypto enthusiasts, South Korea’s ruling party, People Power Party (PPP), is reportedly considering new crypto laws to ensure users’ protection and prevent the same incident again. Some new laws about crypto come with blockchain platforms that are still being considered. […]
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South Korea’s Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon met with U.S. prosecution officials during a visit to New York this week, Yonhap News Agency reported Wednesday.
The U.S. officials present at the meeting included Andrea Griswold, chief counsel to the United States Attorney,....
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