Cointelegraph August 18, 2026

South Korea moves to block Polymarket over gambling concerns

South Korea moves to block Polymarket over gambling concerns

South Korea moves to block Polymarket over gambling concerns

The Korea Media and Communications Commission said Polymarket’s structure and operations amount to illegal gambling despite its noncustodial design and smart contracts.

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