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Asian trading hours reclaim share of global crypto liquidity

Tokyo and Seoul now account for a third of spot turnover as local regulation settles.

By Yuki Tanaka · Culture Reporter · Jul 30, 2026 · 4 min read

Asian trading hours reclaim share of global crypto liquidity

Asian trading hours have recovered to roughly a third of global spot turnover, reversing a three-year decline.

Clearer domestic licensing in Japan and Korea has drawn market makers back to onshore venues.

Spreads during the Asian session are now within a basis point of London hours on major pairs.

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