#SouthKoreaCryptoPolicy #SouthKoreaCryptoPolicy
South Korea has taken cryptocurrencies seriously, they have a clear system that protects investors and regulates the market. Here are the main things you need to know:
- They have a new law that regulates trading platforms and requires strict conditions from them
- They do not allow trading without identification; every account must be linked to your real name
- A 20% tax on profits will be implemented starting next year
- There is a tax exemption if your profits are less than about two thousand dollars annually
- They have strict rules to protect people from fraud and scams
- They restrict margin trading to prevent people from losing their money quickly
- They have specific conditions for stablecoins; they do not accept any random ones
- They are currently working on their official digital currency backed by the central bank
Final advice: If you are trading there, only use licensed and approved platforms to ensure your rights.