Bank of Korea Probes 31 Financial Firms Over Crypto Risk Exposure

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The Bank of Korea surveyed 31 financial institutions to assess the impact of potential crypto market collapses. Cointelegraph reported that the probe aims to determine how a major exchange shutdown or a prolonged crypto downturn would affect the operational stability of these entities.

The central bank intends to identify systemic risks and potential contagion effects within the traditional financial system stemming from crypto market volatility. This regulatory scrutiny follows economic data showing South Korea's GDP grew by 3.4% year-on-year on October 26, 2026, while the Manufacturing PMI reached 51.3 on November 2, 2026.

The South Korean annual Inflation Rate is scheduled for release on November 2, 2026, with forecasts expecting the figure to hold steady at 2.9%.