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South Korea weighs fourth delay of crypto gains tax, eyes 2029 start: report

Published

26 October 2026

Topic

regulatory

◆ Sectors

Fintech

◆ Geography

South Korea

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Fusion42 · 26 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

South Korea is considering a fourth delay in implementing its crypto gains tax, potentially pushing the start date to 2029 to align with the U.S. adoption of the OECD's international tax framework for digital assets.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 4 sources have reported it between 19 Oct 2026 and 26 Oct 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

South Korea's further postponement of crypto tax implementation opens a window for you to capitalise on regulatory uncertainty and expand your market presence before the tax regime tightens.

◆ Coverage

4 sources · first reported 19 Oct 2026 · latest 26 Oct 2026

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