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Upbit Volume Jumps 224% as Bitcoin Leads Crypto Market Rally

South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, saw its 24-hour trading volume surge by 223.8% to reach $1.67 billion, according to data from CoinGecko cited by The Block. The spike in activity aligns with a broader market…

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Aug 22, 2026 at 7:42 AM UTC · Updated il y a 9 heures · 3 min de lecture

Upbit Volume Jumps 224% as Bitcoin Leads Crypto Market Rally
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Upbit Volume Jumps 224% as Bitcoin Leads Crypto Market Rally

South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, saw its 24-hour trading volume surge by 223.8% to reach $1.67 billion, according to data from CoinGecko cited by The Block. The spike in activity aligns with a broader market rebound, as Bitcoin—the leading cryptocurrency—posted a sharp short-term rally.

At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $75,823.86, up 8.55% over the past 24 hours and 20.37% over the past seven days, according to CoinMarketCap. This surge has injected fresh optimism into the crypto market, which had been struggling with low volatility and subdued trading volumes in recent weeks.

Why Upbit’s Volume Spike Matters

Upbit’s volume jump is a significant indicator of retail sentiment in South Korea, one of the world’s most active crypto markets. The exchange has historically been a bellwether for retail participation, and a sudden increase in trading activity often signals renewed interest from individual investors.

The 224% surge in volume suggests that traders are responding to Bitcoin’s price momentum, possibly driven by a combination of macroeconomic factors, institutional inflows, and short-term technical breakouts. While the exact drivers are not yet fully clear, the data points to a shift in market dynamics after a period of relative stagnation.

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