Upbit Lists zkPass, Boosting Adoption of Privacy-Focused Crypto
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 26 2025- Market Access: Upbit officially lists zkPass (ZKP) today, allowing users to trade against Bitcoin (BTC), Tether (USDT), and Korean Won (KRW), significantly enhancing direct compliant access for Korean and global investors to this privacy protocol.
- Liquidity Boost: This listing is expected to bring substantial market liquidity and visibility to zkPass, typically leading to increased trading volume and price discovery, thereby enhancing the project's market credibility.
- Compliance Recognition: As South Korea's largest regulated exchange, Upbit's rigorous listing process indicates that its due diligence team sees high value and legitimacy in the zkPass project, potentially paving the way for more privacy technologies to gain mainstream support.
- Market Volatility Risk: Despite zkPass's promising technology, newly listed tokens often face price volatility, requiring investors to approach initial trading with caution and to monitor global regulatory dynamics surrounding privacy tokens.
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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.
