Crypto

Kim Min-seok says ruling party to reach conclusion this year on digital asset tax

South Korea\'s ruling party will reach a final conclusion within the year on digital asset taxation ahead of its planned implementation in January. Democratic Party leader Kim Min-seok raised the need for a concentrated final review, and said he also proposed the idea to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lee Hyung-il. Under the current system, taxation is set to begin on Jan. 1, 2027, after three postponements. Industry groups cite unclear standards for various transaction types and gaps in reporting infrastructure.

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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.