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As of April 15, 2026, South Korea’s crypto trading volume reached 30% of the global total, according to Kaiko data. Altcoins accounted for 85% of trading volume, with Bitcoin and Ethereum representing 9% and 6%, respectively. Weekly trading volume on local exchanges averaged $2.622 billion, driven primarily by altcoins. Japan’s monthly transaction volume remains stable at $20–30 billion, with Bitcoin’s 1% market depth being 3 to 5 times higher, providing superior liquidity.

Huo Xing Finance reports that, on April 15, according to crypto data firm KaikoData, South Korea accounts for 30% of global crypto trading volume, with altcoins making up as much as 85%, while Bitcoin represents only 9% and Ethereum 6%. South Korean exchanges average a weekly trading volume of $2.622 billion, dominated by altcoins, indicating strong speculative characteristics. In contrast, Japan’s crypto trading volume remains stable at $2–3 billion per month—significantly lower than South Korea’s—but Bitcoin’s market depth is 3 to 5 times greater than South Korea’s, offering superior liquidity.Source:Show originalDisclaimer: The information on this page may have been obtained from third parties and does not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of KuCoin. This content is provided for general informational purposes only, without any representation or warranty of any kind, nor shall it be construed as financial or investment advice. KuCoin shall not be liable for any errors or omissions, or for any outcomes resulting from the use of this information.Investments in digital assets can be risky. Please carefully evaluate the risks of a product and your risk tolerance based on your own financial circumstances. For more information, please refer to our Terms of Use and Risk Disclosure.