KBank, South Korea’s prominent internet bank and the exclusive banking partner of Upbit, has filed 13 trademark applications related to stablecoin wallets, signalingKBank, South Korea’s prominent internet bank and the exclusive banking partner of Upbit, has filed 13 trademark applications related to stablecoin wallets, signaling

Neobank Files Stablecoin Wallet Trademarks Ahead of March 2026 IPO

2026/02/04 00:40
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KBank, South Korea’s prominent internet bank and the exclusive banking partner of Upbit, has filed 13 trademark applications related to stablecoin wallets, signaling an accelerated push into digital assets ahead of its planned initial public offering.

The trademark filings are a core part of KBank’s strategy to expand its digital asset ecosystem before its scheduled IPO on March 5, 2026, following multiple postponed listing attempts in previous years.

Trademark filings outline stablecoin-focused infrastructure

According to records submitted to the Korea Intellectual Property Rights Information Service (KIPRIS), the trademark applications include names such as KSC Wallet, KSTA Wallet, Kstable Wallet, and Kbank SC Wallet.

The scope of the filings covers software related to:

  • digital currency transactions
  • cryptocurrency trading
  • NFT-related services

Local media reports cited in the filing context suggest that the planned system is designed as a comprehensive stablecoin infrastructure, supporting remittances, payments, and settlement functions rather than a single-purpose wallet product.

Partnerships support cross-border stablecoin use cases

KBank’s stablecoin expansion is supported by recent strategic partnerships aimed at cross-border financial services. The bank has partnered with BPMG, Kasikornbank, and Orbix Technology to develop stablecoin-based solutions for international payments.

These initiatives are specifically targeted at tourists and Thai workers in South Korea, positioning stablecoins as a practical tool for remittances and everyday financial transactions across borders.

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IPO plans tied closely to digital asset growth

After canceling IPO attempts in both 2023 and 2024, KBank is now targeting a listing on the KOSPI. In its registration filing, the bank stated that IPO proceeds will be used explicitly to accelerate its digital asset business, underscoring the strategic importance of crypto-related services to its growth narrative.

KBank’s expansion is closely linked to its relationship with Upbit. The exchange accounts for roughly 70% of South Korea’s digital asset trading volume, and since becoming Upbit’s exclusive banking partner in 2020, KBank’s user base has grown by more than 500%, reaching approximately 15 million users.

Regulatory timing strengthens first-mover positioning

The trademark filings arrive as South Korean regulators finalize a comprehensive framework for stablecoins and crypto ETFs, expected to be completed in Q1 2026. This evolving regulatory clarity is creating an opening for traditional financial institutions to formalize crypto-related offerings.

By moving early with stablecoin wallet branding and infrastructure development, KBank appears to be positioning itself as a first mover in a more regulated and institutionalized crypto-financial system.

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