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CryptoJuly 14, 2026 at 01:47 PM

Bitcoin Holds at $62,600 as South Kore Investors Flee Stocks for Crypto

724FinanceEmre Can

Bitcoin Holds at $62,600 as South Kore Investors Flee Stocks for Crypto

Bitcoin consolidated at $62,600 after Monday's sell-off amid Donald Trump's threats of more Iran strikes, gold's decline, and the KOSPI index's collapse, which drove South Korean crypto volumes sharply higher. Investors in South Korea turned to crypto assets from stocks, signaling a potential shift in risk appetite. Bitcoin's participation remained low, suggesting caution in the market.

■The surge in South Korean crypto trading coincides with economic uncertainty in the region.

■This could reinforce Bitcoin's long-term appeal as a hedge against traditional markets.

The movement reflects a broader trend where institutional investors are reassessing their exposure to crypto assets amid rising volatility in traditional markets.