Dunamu (Upbit)
Operator of Upbit, Korea's largest crypto exchange
About
Dunamu Inc. operates Upbit, South Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, and is a central player in the country's emerging won-stablecoin race. Dunamu has partnered with Naver Pay to develop a Korean won-pegged stablecoin and has confirmed plans to collaborate with Hana Bank on won-backed stablecoins. The company has drawn strategic investment from Samsung units and Hana Bank, and is being integrated with Naver's fintech arm.
Key products
- Founded
- 2012
- HQ
- Seoul, South Korea
- Stage
- Private
- Funding
- Strategic investments from Naver, Hana Bank, Samsung units
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