Upbit Sees Surge in PUNDIX, XRP, STPT Trading Volumes
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Surge in Trading Volumes: Pundi X (PUNDIX), XRP, and STPT have emerged as the top three tokens by trading volume on Upbit in early May 2025, with XRP leading at $239 million, indicating a shift in investor interest towards these altcoins over Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Market Dynamics and Investor Behavior: The increase in trading activity reflects a change in liquidity preferences among South Korean investors, although there are no significant structural changes or coordinated actions from project leaders or regulatory bodies following this surge.
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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.






