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South Korea moves to tax crypto gains above roughly $1,740 starting January 2027
South Korea's government confirmed it plans to begin taxing individual cryptocurrency gains above approximately 2.5 million won (about $1,740) from January 1, 2027, and signaled it does not intend to delay the measure for a fourth time. The proposal is now heading to parliament for a political fight over its final form.
Why it matters for the crypto market
South Korea is one of the world's most active retail crypto markets, and a confirmed tax timeline could affect trading volumes and investor behavior in a country that accounts for a significant share of global crypto activity.
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