South Korean Authorities Question Crypto Exchange Executives Over Lawmaker’s ‘Favoritism’ Controversy
South Korean police have summoned executives from major crypto exchanges, including Upbit's parent company Dunamu and Bithumb, as part of an investigation into allegations of favoritism by independent lawmaker Kim Byung-kee. He is accused of seeking employment for his son at these firms and then using his political position to attack Dunamu, Upbit's operator, after his son was hired at Bithumb. The investigation coincides with the Financial Services Commission's controversial proposal to impose a 15%-20% ownership cap on crypto exchange major shareholders, a move opposed by the industry and the ruling party for potentially hindering growth and conflicting with global standards.
bitcoinist02/05 14:09
