Customs

Blockchain Refresh: Why KPMG’s New Strategy Focuses on Customs

Big Four consultancy KPMG is expanding its blockchain activities beyond pure financial services work to explore a less-traveled path.

Policy & regulation  ·  15 October 2018

Korea Taps Samsung’s Blockchain Tech to Fight Customs Fraud

South Korea's Customs Service is looking to adopt Samsung's blockchain tech to launch a decentralized exports clearance system.

Business  ·  14 September 2018
Regulation

Korea Moves to Limit Crypto Mining Chip Imports

Cryptocurrency miners in South Korea may soon find it more difficult to get foreign-made mining chips imported to the country.

Policy & regulation  ·  19 April 2018
Bitcoin

South Korea: Cryptos Mixed up in $600 Million Illegal Forex Trade

The South Korea government is investigating the use of cryptocurrency in illegal foreign currency exchange, according to a statement.

Policy & regulation  ·  31 January 2018
Europe

EU Draft Report: Customs Agents Ill-Equipped to Monitor Cryptocurrencies

MEPs are worried about the monitoring of cryptocurrencies at EU borders, according to a draft report.

Policy & regulation  ·  6 October 2017