KuCoin, MEXC and 12 Crypto Exchanges' Apple Apps Blocked in South Korea
- Apple blocked access to 14 crypto apps in South Korea on Monday at the request of regulators.
- The Financial Services Commission requested the block because the exchanges were operating illegally.
- Among the impacted exchanges are KuCoin and MEXC, along with twelve other unnamed companies.
- The FSC stated Apple must not allow these apps to be installed or updated after April 11.
- The FIU aims to prevent money laundering and protect users by blocking access to unreported platforms.
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Apple blocks 14 cryptocurrency apps at request of Korean regulator
Apple has blocked access to 14 cryptocurrency apps, at the request of the South Korean financial services regulator. The ban applies to crypto exchange apps operated by KuCoin, MEXC, and 12 other companies. The country’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) says that all 14 exchanges were operating illegally, and that Apple must not permit the apps to be installed or updated after April 11 … more…
KuCoin, MEXC Among 15 Crypto Exchanges Blocked By Apple in South Korea
South Korea has intensified its efforts to regulate the cryptocurrency business, cracking down on unregistered digital currency platforms. Following this, 17 international cryptocurrency trading applications, including KuCoin and MEXC, have been deleted from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store in the country. This action is part of a bigger effort to protect investors and guarantee that all platforms follow South Korea’s strict financial r…
Apple Removes 14 Cryptocurrency Apps Following Request from Korean Regulator for Enhanced Compliance and Security Measures - Market-News24
Apple has blocked 14 cryptocurrency apps following a request from South Korea’s financial regulator, the Financial Services Commission (FSC). These apps, including those from crypto exchanges like KuCoin and MEXC, were deemed illegal as none were registered with the regulator, which is a legal requirement for operating in the country. The ban, effective after April ...
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