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Bitcoin (BTC) has shown a remarkable trend of trading at a premium in South Korea since late October 2023. Despite a brief dip below the global average price in August 2024, the trend of BTC trading at a premium has largely persisted. As of late August 2024, BTC is trading approximately $898 higher than the global average on the Upbit exchange. This article explores the ongoing premium status of Bitcoin in South Korea, highlighting market trends and investment implications. The Persistent Premium of Bitcoin in South Korea Since October 30, 2023, Bitcoin has consistently been traded at a premium in the South Korean market, a notable occurrence in the global cryptocurrency landscape. This trend appears to underscore strong local demand for cryptocurrencies, manifesting as a premium that has lasted for nearly 300 days. During a brief fluctuation on August 22, 2024, Bitcoin prices in South Korea fell to approximately $60,500, momentarily dipping below the global average before swiftly recovering to $64,000, showcasing the market’s volatile nature. A Deeper Look into the Premium Dynamics The compelling dynamics of Bitcoin’s premium reflect varying levels of market sentiment and engagement. In mid-March 2024, the premium surged over 10%, indicating significant bullish sentiment and investor interest. However, this premium saw a small setback in late August when Bitcoin dipped by 0.36%. Fortunately, this dip proved to be short-lived as by August 23, the premium rebounded to 0.93% above the global average. As of August 29, the premium had stabilized at around 1.94%, reaffirming the resilience of the South Korean crypto market. Comparative Analysis with Other Exchanges Contrasting the South Korean market with exchanges like Coinbase reveals striking differences in liquidity and demand. While Coinbase experienced a minor premium in August 2024, peaking at only 0.07%, it pales in comparison to the premium seen on…

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Filed under: News - @ August 31, 2024 10:03 pm