Securities firms vie to secure stakes in virtual asset exchanges, Samsung Securities 4% acquisition
Amid signs that financial authorities may ease the 'separation of finance and industry' regulations, securities firms are moving to secure stakes in virtual asset exchanges. Samsung Securities, together with Samsung SDS and Samsung Card, acquired a stake in Dunamu, while Korea Investment & Securities and others have also shown interest in participating in Coinone.4 also showed signs of moving to participate in Coinone.
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2026In the year 5 month 28 day, financial authorities showed signs of easing the 'separation of finance and industry' regulations. In tandem with this, securities firms are stepping up efforts to secure stakes in virtual asset exchanges. Several financial companies and IT affiliates have moved to invest in exchanges.
Samsung Securities, together with Samsung SDS and Samsung Card, acquired a stake in Dunamu 4%. The details of the stake acquisition are confirmed in a disclosure. The deal is described as establishing a cooperative relationship in the digital asset sector.
Korea Investment & Securities is taking part in the competition to secure a stake in Coinone. There have also been reports of moves to partner with some overseas investors. Several securities firms are pursuing cooperation related to Coinone and equity participation.
Dunamu held an event called “Upclass” for university students. The event was attended by 1,200people. Dunamu is broadening its engagement with users through educational and promotional activities.
Securities firms, credit card companies and IT affiliates are moving simultaneously to secure stakes in the exchange. The details of each company’s stake acquisition and partnership have been confirmed through disclosures and announcements. The related transactions are being conducted in a form that is made public to the market.
5In 28 of the month, the key developments as of the day include Samsung Securities’ stake in Dunamu of 4% and Korea Investment & Securities’ move to participate in Coinone. The financial authorities’ regulatory direction and further disclosures are expected to follow. Investors can check each company’s disclosures.