Research & Insights

South Korea’s Crypto Landscape: Institutional Maturity Meets Retail Energy

South Korea’s Crypto Landscape: Institutional Maturity Meets Retail Energy

South Korea is rapidly evolving into a regulated, innovation-driven crypto hub in Asia. With new policies, growing institutional participation, and a retail market shifting toward maturity, the next 12–18 months will be pivotal for investors, regulators, and ecosystem builders—both local and global.

Jul 23, 2025Accelab Research20 min read
Are Stablecoin Payments a Threat—or a Lifeline—for Banks and Card Networks?

Are Stablecoin Payments a Threat—or a Lifeline—for Banks and Card Networks?

Stablecoins are shifting from disruptors to enablers in global finance. Banks, card networks, and fintechs are integrating them to cut costs, speed up cross-border payments, and reach new markets. With rising regulatory clarity and adoption by players like Visa, JPMorgan, and PayPal, stablecoins are becoming a strategic lifeline—not a threat—for the future of payments.

Jul 22, 2025Accelab Research10 min read
Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Ordinance: A Blueprint for Regulated Digital Finance

Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Ordinance: A Blueprint for Regulated Digital Finance

Hong Kong’s newly enacted Stablecoins Ordinance positions the city as a pioneer in Asia’s regulated digital asset landscape. This article unpacks the core provisions, compares international frameworks, and outlines the implications and strategic pathways for issuers, financial institutions, and fintech operators.

Jul 22, 2025Accelab Research8 min read
Marketing Crypto in 2025: Navigating a Fragmented, Token-Driven Landscape

Marketing Crypto in 2025: Navigating a Fragmented, Token-Driven Landscape

As crypto adoption accelerates globally, marketing strategies must evolve beyond hype cycles and speculative narratives. This report analyzes how Web3 projects can build sustainable user acquisition and retention models through wallet-native targeting, creator ecosystems, and community-led growth.

Jul 14, 2025Accelab Research8 min read
Crypto Advertising in Web3: Rethinking Reach, Attribution, and On-Chain Growth

Crypto Advertising in Web3: Rethinking Reach, Attribution, and On-Chain Growth

As digital ad models face diminishing returns in Web2, crypto advertising introduces a new frontier powered by on-chain attribution, tokenized incentives, and wallet-native targeting. This report explores how crypto-native marketing solutions are redefining the advertising playbook for Web3 projects.

Jul 13, 2025Accelab Research8 min read