BITCOIN Korea drives over 30% of global crypto volume, Korea is a superpower—KWM is weaponizing that dominance to redefine equity markets. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Top 3 globally for Bitcoin and alt-coin trading volume. Home to major exchanges like Upbit, Bithumb, and Coinone. Korean investors drive more daily crypto volume than most countries combined. Known for the “Kimchi Premium”—a market phenomenon where BTC often trades 5–15% higher locally due to intense demand. Crypto is widely used not just for speculation, but increasingly as a store of value amid inflation concerns and global macro volatility.