South Koreans Show Greater Interest in Altcoins Compared to Americans, Research Finds

Introduction

A recent report suggests that South Korean cryptocurrency traders are more attracted to high-risk, high-reward altcoins than their American counterparts. The study reveals that the trading volumes of major cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and ethereum on the largest Korean exchange are significantly smaller compared to those on the leading U.S. exchange.

South Korean Investors Prefer Altcoins with High Profit Potential

A new study conducted by Web3 market strategy consulting firm Despread indicates that a majority of South Korean investors have a tendency to adopt a high-risk approach when it comes to crypto investments. These investors are attracted to altcoins that offer the potential for substantial profits, despite the associated high risks. This preference for altcoin trading is considered to be one of the key factors contributing to the high proportion of altcoin trading in the Korean market, as highlighted in a blog post by the authors of the study.

Difference in Trading Volumes: South Korea vs. the U.S.

The largest crypto trading platform in South Korea, Upbit, has accounted for approximately 70 to 80% of the domestic exchange market this year. In February, the platform recorded its highest trading volume of $36 billion. On the other hand, trading on Coinbase, the leading cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S., follows a different pattern. Unlike Upbit, which is predominantly driven by individual investors, Coinbase's trading volume is significantly influenced by institutional players.

According to Coinbase's Q2 shareholder letter, institutional investors account for approximately 85% of the exchange's total trading volume. These investors prioritize portfolio stability, resulting in a larger share of trading activity in bitcoin (BTC) and ethereum (ETH), the cryptocurrencies with the highest market capitalization.

Active Altcoin Trading in South Korea

Among the altcoins that are actively traded in South Korea, loom network (LOOM) claimed the top spot last week with the highest trading volume ratio of 62%, as revealed by Despread. This was followed by ecash (XEC) with 55% and flow (FLOW) with 43%. Stacks (STX) and bitcoin SV (BSV) also made it to the rankings with ratios of 37% and 34% respectively, according to the report published on Thursday.

The researchers also noted that certain cryptocurrencies, such as loom network and flow, receive temporary attention in the market. However, cases like stacks and ecash consistently attract attention on Korean exchanges, regardless of temporary market events. This consistency in trading activity is noteworthy, as these cryptocurrencies continue to be actively traded in the Korean market, irrespective of global trends.

Conclusion

The research findings highlight the greater inclination of South Korean investors towards altcoin investments compared to their American counterparts. South Korean traders are more willing to take risks in pursuit of potentially high profits. This preference for altcoins has contributed to the significant proportion of altcoin trading in the Korean market. The study's authors encourage readers to share their thoughts on why South Koreans are more attracted to altcoin investments in the comments section below.

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By: Lubomir Tassev
Title: South Koreans Show Greater Interest in Altcoins Compared to Americans, Research Finds
Sourced From: news.bitcoin.com/south-koreans-fascinated-with-altcoins-more-than-americans-research-shows/
Published Date: Sat, 28 Oct 2023 10:30:32 +0000

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