Crypto

Bitcoin holds $80,000 as stablecoin payments spread

Over the past week, the global crypto market’s key theme was resilience. Bitcoin held $80,000 despite a CPI shock, while XRP defended $1.30 even as public interest faded. Investors are watching U.S. PMI data and the Oct. 27-28 FOMC, as well as Ripple’s Swell event. Stablecoins and tokenisation are spreading into mainstream payment rails. In South Korea, tax deferral bills and a forthcoming digital assets framework are emerging variables.

Telecommunications & Media

South Korea science ministry pushes to expand subway 5G Wi-Fi, checks progress in Incheon

South Korea\'s Ministry of Science and ICT checked the results of upgrading 5G-based Wi-Fi services on Incheon Subway lines 1 and 2, where all three mobile carriers have launched the service. The ministry held an event on Oct. 21 to experience communication quality on Incheon Subway Line 2 between Unyeon Station and Incheon City Hall Station. Participants used web browsing, social media and video services on board and reported faster response times and smooth high-definition streaming even with many users connected.