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OKX plans stake acquisition in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone
OKX is reportedly negotiating to acquire a stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone, with reports indicating a 20% to 40% share. This move aims to expand OKX's presence in the South Korean market, following a similar strategy to Binance's acquisition of Gopax.
Published 2026-05-15 08:04 UTCUpdated 2026-05-15 11:55 UTC
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Overview
OKX is reportedly negotiating to acquire a stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone, with reports indicating a 20% to 40% share. This move aims to expand OKX's presence in the South Korean market, following a similar strategy to Binance's acquisition of Gopax.
Score total
1.65
Momentum 24h
4
Posts
4
Origins
3
Source types
2
Duplicate ratio
25%
Why now
- The talks come amid growing regulatory clarity and market opportunity in South Korea.
- Binance's recent acquisition of Gopax sets a precedent for foreign exchange investments in the region.
- Increasing demand for crypto services in South Korea incentivizes strategic partnerships now.
Why it matters
- South Korea is a key regulated market for crypto exchanges, making local partnerships crucial for foreign entrants.
- OKX's move reflects intensifying competition among global crypto firms to expand in Asia.
- Acquiring a stake in Coinone could accelerate OKX's compliance and market access in South Korea.
Continuity snapshot
- Trend status: insufficient_history.
- Continuity stage: broad_confirmed.
- Current status: open.
- 4 current source-linked posts are attached to this storyline.
All evidence
All evidence
OKX, Korea Investment and Securities said to be in talks for 40% of Coinone
CoinDeskGlobal · coindesk.com · 2026-05-15 11:55 UTC
OKX reportedly eyes Coinone stake in South Korea push
Cointelegraph · cointelegraph.com · 2026-05-15 11:03 UTC
OKX set to acquire 20% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone: report
the_block_crypto · theblock.co · 2026-05-15 08:04 UTC
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