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South Korea to Review Seized Crypto Management After Recovery Phrases (seed words for wallets) Leak

According to the government, a full review follows the National Tax Service (South Korea tax agency) exposing recovery phrases (seed words for wallets), spotlighting gaps in officials’ crypto literacy and custody procedures for seized assets.

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Terms & Concepts
  • Recovery phrase: A set of human-readable seed words that can restore a crypto wallet; anyone with it can access funds.
  • Custody of digital assets: The secure storage and control of cryptocurrencies, including procedures for handling and safeguarding seized funds.
  • Seized crypto management: Government processes for storing, securing, and overseeing confiscated digital assets.