A16z Crypto Establishes Asian Headquarters in Seoul

Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert

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Source: Coinmarketcap

Updated: Dec 11 2025

A16z Crypto's Expansion: A16z crypto is opening a new office in Seoul, South Korea, to capitalize on the country's position as the second-largest crypto market globally and to enhance partnerships with local founders.
Leadership Appointment: Sungmo Park, formerly of the Monad Foundation, will lead the new Seoul office, focusing on supporting both new startups and established firms in the region.
Crypto Community in South Korea: South Korea boasts a vibrant crypto community, with high levels of crypto ownership and significant trading volumes on exchanges like Upbit, making it an attractive location for A16z's expansion.
Lead Bank's Shift to Fintech: Lead Bank, backed by A16z, is pivoting towards fintech and cryptocurrency firms, recently partnering with Loop Crypto to enhance stablecoin and crypto payment solutions.

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Ohris M. Greyoon

Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.

A16z Crypto Establishes Asian Headquarters in Seoul

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