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KOSPI Struggles to Hold 7,000 as Bank of Korea Flags Record Volatility

KOSPI swings below 7,000 before recovering as the Bank of Korea flags record volatility from chip concentration. The post KOSPI Struggles to Hold 7,000 as Bank of Korea Flags Record Volatility appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Sep 10, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

Dollar stablecoins can weaken local currencies, BOK finds

Bank of Korea researchers found direct fiat-stablecoin trading can transmit crypto demand into FX markets and pressure local currencies.

Sep 6, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Dollar-backed stablecoins can push local currencies lower, Bank of Korea study finds

Sep 5, 2026 · byCoinDesk

Central Banks Stockpile Gold Reserves for Fourth Straight Month as China and Poland Drive Demand

Global central banks bought 23 tonnes of gold in July for the fourth consecutive month. China and Poland led purchases while the Bank of Korea resumed buying after 13 years. The post Central Banks Stockpile Gold Reserves for Fourth Straight Month as China and Poland Drive Demand appeared first on The Daily Hodl .

Sep 5, 2026 · byThe Daily Hodl

Bank of Korea Doubles Down With Back-to-Back Hikes as Core Inflation Bites

The Bank of Korea raised its interest rate by 25 basis points to 3% on Thursday. The move marked a second consecutive increase. Policymakers had already flagged more tightening in July. Firm core inflation and a renewed jump in Seoul housing prices strengthened the case for another move. Bank of Korea Hikes Rates to 3% The post Bank of Korea Doubles Down With Back-to-Back Hikes as Core Inflation Bites appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Aug 27, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

M&G Backs Korean Bond Market Rally: Are Rate Hike Fears Overdone?

M&G Investments says Korean bond yields have priced in too many Bank of Korea rate hikes, betting on a rally. The post M&G Backs Korean Bond Market Rally: Are Rate Hike Fears Overdone? appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Aug 18, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

Bank of Korea Breaks 13-Year Streak With Gold ETF Purchase

The Bank of Korea has disclosed a $250 million position in a gold exchange-traded fund (ETF). The stake marks its first gold-linked investment in 13 years. The move gives South Korea’s central bank exposure to gold prices without expanding its physical bullion reserves. Filing Shows a $250 Million Gold ETF Position The BOK held 679,765 The post Bank of Korea Breaks 13-Year Streak With Gold ETF Purchase appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Aug 13, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

Bank of Korea buys $250M in gold ETFs, first purchase in 13 years

The Bank of Korea's gold ETF purchase highlights a trend of central banks diversifying reserves, potentially influencing global gold markets. The post Bank of Korea buys $250M in gold ETFs, first purchase in 13 years appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 13, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Bank of Korea invests in gold assets for first time in 13 years

The Bank of Korea's gold investment signals a strategic shift in reserve diversification, potentially impacting global gold market dynamics. The post Bank of Korea invests in gold assets for first time in 13 years appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 13, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Bank of Korea to buy gold for first time in 13 years: Korea Times

The Bank of Korea's gold purchase may signal a strategic shift in reserve diversification, potentially influencing global gold market dynamics. The post Bank of Korea to buy gold for first time in 13 years: Korea Times appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 5, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Bank of Korea Just Bought Gold After 13 Years: Is a New Rally Coming?

Korea gold purchases resume after 13 years as central banks buy a record 289 tonnes. Can a quiet market lift prices? The post Bank of Korea Just Bought Gold After 13 Years: Is a New Rally Coming? appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Aug 4, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

Bank of Korea tests tokenized reserve transfers through BIS Project Agora

The Bank of Korea has successfully completed live cross-border payment tests using tokenized central bank reserves under the Bank for International Settlements-led Project Agora, processing transactions across six currencies and multiple payment scenarios. According to the Bank of Korea, the…

Jul 30, 2026 · byCrypto.news

South Korea begins nationwide rollout of CBDC based deposit token payments

South Korea has launched a 9.6 billion won project to expand its CBDC-based deposit token payment system into everyday commercial payments, building on the Bank of Korea’s earlier pilot program. South Korea’s Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) and the…

Jul 22, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Bank of Korea CBDC pilot skipped independent security audit, report says

South Korea’s first CBDC pilot has been conducted without any independent government security inspection, with participating banks relying mainly on their own pre-launch reviews before testing began. South Korean newspaper Maeil Business, citing data submitted by the Financial Supervisory Service…

Jul 21, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Bank of Korea Scales Up CBDC Pilot With Half a Million Users

Phase 1 of Project Hangang opened 81,000 wallets with 42% of them using the CBDC. Phase 2 is bigger, and this time it moves real government money.

Jul 20, 2026 · byDecrypt

Bank of Korea prepares for live CBDC transactions with 9 banks in September

Jul 20, 2026 · byCoinDesk

South Korea eyes September launch for second phase of CBDC pilot: Report

The Bank of Korea’s CBDC pilot will add two regional banks, new payment features and tests of government subsidy payments using tokenized bank deposits

Jul 20, 2026 · byCointelegraph

South Korea hikes interest rates for first time since 2023, signals more tightening ahead

The Bank of Korea raised rates by 25 basis points to 2.75%, its first hike since 2023, with more expected. Here's what it means for crypto markets. The post South Korea hikes interest rates for first time since 2023, signals more tightening ahead appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 19, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Fed and Bank of Korea assess AI’s impact on inflation dynamics

AI's dual impact on inflation suggests initial economic strain, followed by stabilization, influencing global monetary policies and growth strategies. The post Fed and Bank of Korea assess AI’s impact on inflation dynamics appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 16, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Inflation at 3.2% Pushes Bank of Korea Into First Hike Since 2023

The Bank of Korea raised its benchmark rate to 2.75% on Thursday, marking its first increase since January 2023 as consumer inflation climbed to a three-year high. The decision lands as South Korea’s stock market swings violently, with chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics leading steep losses on Thursday. Inflation Forces the BOK’s Hand Governor The post Inflation at 3.2% Pushes Bank of Korea Into First Hike Since 2023 appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Jul 16, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

Bank of Korea raises base rate to 2.75% in first hike since 2023, with more to come

The rate hike signals a shift towards tighter monetary policy, potentially impacting economic growth, inflation control, and crypto markets. The post Bank of Korea raises base rate to 2.75% in first hike since 2023, with more to come appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 16, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

South Korea to test tokenized government bonds with CBDC in 2027

South Korea will test tokenized government bonds linked to the Bank of Korea’s wholesale CBDC system in 2027 as token securities rules take effect.

Jul 14, 2026 · byCointelegraph

Bank of Korea raises rates for first time in over three years on July 16

The Bank of Korea's rate hike may strengthen the won, impact export competitiveness, and influence global monetary trends and crypto markets. The post Bank of Korea raises rates for first time in over three years on July 16 appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 14, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Bank of Korea defends bank-first stablecoin plan amid bill deadlock

The Bank of Korea has reaffirmed that won-denominated stablecoins should initially be issued through bank-led consortiums, reinforcing its position as South Korea’s digital asset legislation remains stalled. According to local reports from Digital Asset and EDaily, the Bank of Korea…

Jul 9, 2026 · byCrypto.news