# South Korea lets crypto exchanges freeze withdrawals on suspicion of hacking

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2 outlets covering · First listed: Crypto Briefing, Nov 12, 2026, 12:09 AM · Read it: <https://cryptobriefing.com/south-korea-crypto-withdrawal-freezes-hacking/>

South Korea's proactive crypto measures could enhance security but may also challenge exchanges with liquidity issues and operational delays.

## Who's covering it

In the order they published:

- Nov 11, 2026, 11:54 PM: [South Korea to permit crypto withdrawal freezes during hacking threats](<https://cointelegraph.com/news/south-korea-crypto-withdrawal-freezes-suspected-hacks>) — Cointelegraph (Specialist)
  The move follows recent security incidents involving South Korean crypto exchanges, including GOPAX’s precautionary suspension of services and a $70,000 hot-wallet breach at Prabang.
- Nov 12, 2026, 12:09 AM: [South Korea lets crypto exchanges freeze withdrawals on suspicion of hacking](<https://cryptobriefing.com/south-korea-crypto-withdrawal-freezes-hacking/>) — Crypto Briefing (Specialist)
  South Korea's proactive crypto measures could enhance security but may also challenge exchanges with liquidity issues and operational delays.