Upbit, South Korea's leading cryptocurrency exchange, announced the listing of Internet Computer (ICP) tokens, expanding access to the blockchain computing platform in one of Asia's most active crypto markets.
The listing announcement, posted on Upbit's official notice board, marks a significant milestone for Internet Computer Protocol, which aims to extend the internet's functionality by hosting backend software on a decentralized network. The move provides Korean retail and institutional investors with direct access to ICP trading on the country's largest exchange by trading volume.
Internet Computer has positioned itself as an alternative blockchain infrastructure layer, competing with Ethereum and Solana for developer adoption and decentralized application deployment. Listing on Upbit strengthens ICP's presence in South Korea, where cryptocurrency adoption remains robust despite stringent regulatory oversight. The exchange's decision reflects growing institutional confidence in the project's long-term viability and market demand from Korean market participants.