The tax deferral for coins given to Korean investors is not just a simple policy extension. As of February 2026, the remaining approximately 10 months until January 1, 2027, represent the final opportunity to choose how to participate in the market. Even with the same price movements, the final returns can vary greatly depending on the trading method.
In the United States and Europe, taxation on virtual asset trading profits has already become standard. Investors always trade within a framework where they first calculate after-tax returns before developing their strategies. In contrast, Korea still maintains a rare environment where taxes do not directly interfere with trading decisions.