# South Korea embraces the proto-Metaverse

# South Korea embraces the proto-Metaverse

“# South Korea embraces the proto-Metaverse ” The South Korean people and an increasing number of major companies in the country have begun to embrace and integrate the Metaverse into their everyday lives in new and unexpected ways. Two major retailers in the country have recently introduced Metaverse and AI elements to shoppers to enhance…

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# South Korean lawmakers push back against controversial “know-the-sender” rule

# South Korean lawmakers push back against controversial “know-the-sender” rule

“# South Korean lawmakers push back against controversial “know-the-sender” rule ” South Korea’s crypto community coul soon face stringent reporting requirements on all cryptocurrency transactions, with the country’s National Assembly currently debating whether “know-the sender” (KTS) rules should be imposed. Arguments against the proposed KTS rule were heard before the Political Affairs Committee of South…

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# Animoca Brands unveils plans for K-pop NFT metaverse

# Animoca Brands unveils plans for K-pop NFT metaverse

“# Animoca Brands unveils plans for K-pop NFT metaverse ” Nonfungible tokens (NFTs) continue to disrupt the mainstream entertainment industries, with NFT gaming firm Animoca Brands partnering with Korean record label, talent agency and music production company, Cube Entertainment, to build a “K-pop music metaverse.” Announced on Nov. 15, the partnership will see Animoca and…

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# Asian CBDC projects: What are they doing now?

# Asian CBDC projects: What are they doing now?

“# Asian CBDC projects: What are they doing now? ” The rapid growth of mainstream attention toward cryptocurrencies has forced the hands of numerous governments to create their digital alternatives. Over the past few years, interest from various jurisdictions has been pointed towards central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) — digital versions of government-issued fiat. Given…

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