$BTC

The BTC/KRW pair (Bitcoin against the South Korean won) is one of the most active in Asia and reflects the strong interest of South Korean investors in the cryptocurrency market. South Korea is one of the countries with the highest trading volume of Bitcoin globally, and platforms like Upbit, Bithumb, and Coinone play a central role in this ecosystem.

BTC has become a popular investment asset, especially among young people, who see it as an alternative to the limited returns of traditional real estate and stock markets. The South Korean government, while cautious about the crypto boom, has not prohibited the trading of Bitcoin but has focused its policy on regulating and providing transparency to the market. This includes requiring licenses for exchanges and implementing strict measures against money laundering.

The high demand for BTC in South Korea has occasionally generated a local premium known as the "Kimchi Premium," where the price of Bitcoin is higher than in other parts of the world due to strong domestic demand.