
South Korea's FSC Nominee Faces Backlash Over Crypto Critique
Lee Eok-won, the nominee to lead South Korea's Financial Services Commission, is facing backlash after criticizing cryptocurrency as volatile and lacking intrinsic value. His comments come amid a growing demand for crypto among the youth, sparking significant debate ahead of his confirmation hearings.

South Korea's FSC Nominee Faces Backlash Over Crypto Critique
Lee Eok-won, the nominee to lead South Korea's Financial Services Commission, is facing backlash after criticizing cryptocurrency as volatile and lacking intrinsic value. His comments come amid a growing demand for crypto among the youth, sparking significant debate ahead of his confirmation hearings.
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