As of December 2024, South Korea boasts 15.6 million cryptocurrency investors, exceeding 30% of the population. Notably, the number increased by 610,000 new investors in November, indicating rising interest in digital assets.
Approximately 70.3 billion USD in cryptocurrency assets are held by South Koreans, with significant trading activities on platforms like Upbit and Bithumb. Favorable regulatory changes and the aftermath of the US elections have fueled this investor enthusiasm.