Stablecoins Might Cut South Korean Retailers' Costs by Up to $3.8 Billion Annually, Says Budget Office
In a recent analysis, South Korea’s fiscal watchdog highlighted the transformative potential of stablecoins for the nation’s retail sector, estimating that widespread adoption could shave as much as $3.8 billion off merchants’ operating expenses each year. This figure, derived from a detailed modeling of transaction fees, currency conversion costs, and settlement times, underscores how digital as…
Sept. 8, 2026, 9:51 a.m.