Major South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges are experiencing financial strain as trading volumes decline amid a broader market downturn. Dunamu reported operating profits of 235.3 billion won ($161.7 million) in the third quarter, reflecting a 180% year-over-year increase, while Bithumb recorded operating profits of 70.1 billion won, an eightfold rise. Industry officials warn that heavy reliance on trading fees exposes platforms to market volatility.

Romania's National Office for Gambling has blacklisted prediction platform Polymarket for conducting betting operations without proper authorization. The regulator stated that cryptocurrency-based wagering constitutes gambling activity requiring licensing, regardless of underlying blockchain technology. Polymarket faces regulatory scrutiny in multiple jurisdictions, including France and the United States.