South Korea2026.10.28Odaily

Korean Police Launch Pre-Investigation Review into Hacking Incidents at Securities Firms and Crypto Asset Exchanges

• South Korean police initiated a pre-investigation (preliminary review) into cyberattacks targeting securities firms and crypto asset exchanges.
• The review is intended to determine whether the incidents warrant formal criminal case filings.
• The move reflects heightened scrutiny of cybersecurity at financial and crypto trading platforms in South Korea.