South Korea Closely Monitoring OTC Crypto Trading Amid Money Laundering Concerns
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South Korean regulators monitoring OTC crypto trading due to money laundering concerns.
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OTC platforms offer more cryptocurrencies than regulated exchanges like Upbit.
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Trio arrested for illegal foreign exchange transactions using OTC platforms to convert crypto into Korean won.
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Korea Customs Service estimates $4B worth of illegal forex transactions using crypto in 2021.
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South Korea has strict crypto regulations to tackle crypto-related crimes, regulators more proactive after Terra collapse.