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The cryptographic taxation of Korea is faced with another extension beyond 2027 in the midst of political concerns. The G-Shock brand in Casio enters metaverse games with exclusive NFT. Mercari is associated with Coincheck to extend the cryptographic accessibility of Japan thanks to the established market infrastructure.
Korean crypto taxation faces another potential delay
The president of the Finance Committee of the National Assembly, Lim Lee-Ja, said that the Corpto Crypto tax system remains incomplete. The legislator of the Power of Persons of the Opposition suggested that the current implementation calendar of 2027 could face new extensions. The preparations for the tax framework continue in the midst of continuous political and technical challenges.
LIM stressed that 9.6 to 9.7 million Koreans actively exchange digital assets, with 47% under 30 years of age. However, the Democratic Party in power shows a hesitation despite the defense of the tax where income exists. Political sensitivity around the local elections of 2026 complicates legislative progress.
The cryptographic tax, initially planned for 2025, has already been postponed until January 2027. Bipartite concerns concerning the preparation of the system and the delays in maintaining the feelings of voters.
G-Shock ventures into the metavese game
The Japanese electronics giant Casio launched a G-Shock City partnership with the Sandbox Metaversse platform. Casio, famous for digital watches and calculators, offers free game experiences inspired by sustainability tests. Players can engage with virtual tenacity challenges reflecting the robust identity of the G-Shock brand.
Limited edition NFT avatars have G signature G models, including DW-5600 and GA-110 styles. Digital collectibles target web3 communities and blockchain enthusiasts. In addition, exclusive versions aim to strengthen the brand’s engagement through innovative virtual experiences.
G-Shock’s Metaverse strategy seeks to capture both loyal customers and younger demographic data. Meanwhile, the integration of the blockchain improves interactive gameplay while strengthening the presence of a digital brand.
Mercari extends crypto trading via Coincheck Partnership
The Mercari Mercoin subsidiary has announced a strategic partnership with Crypto Exchange Coincheck for a deployment of the beginning of 2026. The Japanese electronic commerce giant operates the largest community market in Japan with more than 10 billion monthly yen. Collaboration allows users to access broader cryptographic asset trading capabilities thanks to an established infrastructure.
The partnership targets the acceleration of the adoption of Japan cryptography thanks to the massive Mercari user base. Ninety percent of Mercari users represent new participants in cryptography in search of accessible entry points. The leadership of the Coincheck industry offers technical expertise for the integration of the transparent user experience.
Strategic Alliance combines the dominant secondary market in Japan with a specialized crypto trading platform. Friendly interfaces aim to simplify digital asset transactions for traditional audiences. The partnership represents a significant expansion of the accessibility of cryptography within the retail ecosystem in Japan.
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