The total value of virtual assets held by South Korean investors plummeted by over $41 billion in roughly one year, according to Bank of Korea data.
Key Takeaways:
Bank of Korea data shows domestic virtual asset holdings fell over 50% to $41.17 billion by February 2026.Investors shifted capital to booming stock markets as bitcoin trading volumes crashed by 70% in early 2026.High exchange rates will likely drive further demand for dollar-pegged Stablecoins through late 2026.“The shift reflects an overall decline in valuation and a pivot toward more stable, interest-bearing domestic and international stock markets,” the report noted.
