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Apple Blocks 14 'Unregistered' Crypto Platforms in South Korea

The blocked App Store apps includes the KuCoin and MEXC platforms.
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Apr 15, 2025 • 1 min read

Apple has complied with South Korea's request to delist 14 unregistered crypto apps, marking a significant regulatory push within the digital asset sector.

What’s the Scoop?

  • Compliance Crackdown: South Korea has pushed Apple to remove 14 unregistered crypto applications from its App Store in an effort to enforce its strict regulatory framework.
  • Enforcement of Reporting Rules: The targeted apps reportedly failed to register with South Korean authorities, as required by the nation's Financial Transactions Regulations.
  • Global Implications: This move signals growing scrutiny on tech platforms to comply with regional crypto regulations, setting a precedent for other jurisdictions.

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