A16z Crypto Establishes Asia Hub in Seoul, Citing South Korea’s Crypto Market Leadership
Andreessen Horowitz's crypto venture fund, A16z Crypto, has announced its expansion into Asia with a new Seoul office. The move capitalizes on South Korea's position as the world's second-largest cryptocurrency market. Sungmo Park will lead operations, focusing on partnerships with local founders and strengthening community growth.
The decision reflects South Korea's robust crypto adoption rates and Japan's growing on-chain activity. While Hong Kong and Singapore remain financial centers, Seoul emerges as a cryptocurrency innovation hub. A16z Crypto's blog post emphasized the strategic importance of Asian markets for blockchain development.