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Korea Calls for Bank-Led Won Stablecoins

Bank of Korea Advocates for Bank-Led Stablecoin Initiative

  • The Bank of Korea proposed a bank-led consortium for stablecoin issuance.
  • A statutory interagency body is suggested for issuer approvals.
  • The proposal cites the US GENIUS Act as a model for its framework.
  • This initiative comes as legislative progress on stablecoins has stalled.

The Bank of Korea’s push for a bank-led stablecoin system aims to streamline approval processes and enhance regulatory oversight in the cryptocurrency sector.

With the introduction of a consortium and interagency body, the Bank of Korea seeks to address delays in stablecoin legislation, emphasizing the need for structured governance in this evolving market. (Source)

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