INEX Becomes No.1 in Korea’s USDT Market Share — Industry Takes Note of the Latecomer’s Rapid Rise

By: chainwire org|2025/05/16 18:30:08
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Seoul, South Korea, May 16th, 2025, ChainwireINEX, a crypto exchange based in Korea, has emerged as the market leader in USDT trading in the Korean market. Remarkably, this milestone comes just four months after the official launch of its trading services.Despite entering the market only in December last year, INEX has gained rapid traction thanks to its clean, user-friendly interface and a team with deep experience in the crypto industry. The platform’s intuitive design has resonated with both new and seasoned crypto investors.As crypto regulations tighten and the industry becomes increasingly integrated into the mainstream , many in the industry view INEX as a strong contender to operate a KRW-based crypto exchange. Korean banks, responding to growing institutional demand for crypto services, are actively seeking compliant VASPs (Virtual Asset Service Providers) as partners. INEX is considered a top candidate to meet these needs. Additionally, the company is playing a proactive role in exploring collaboration models with banks as it prepares to launch a KRW-based crypto exchangeINEX recently introduced a “0% fee for life” policy, strengthening its user retention strategy. At the same time, the exchange is pioneering innovative, blockchain-powered revenue models that further differentiate it from competitors. These bold and strategic initiatives could potentially reshape the competitive landscape of Korea’s crypto exchange market.With plans to enter the KRW-based trading market, INEX is proactively aligning itself with both domestic and international regulatory requirements. By integrating with Web3 financial services and leading the way in non-custodial staking solutions, INEX is positioning itself not just as a crypto exchange, but as a next-generation crypto financial services platform.About INEXINEX is a cryptocurrency exchange based in Korea, recognized as a market leader in USDT trading within four months of its launch in December. The platform features a user-friendly interface and benefits from a team with extensive crypto industry experience. As regulatory landscapes evolve, INEX is positioning itself to operate a KRW-based crypto exchange, proactively engaging with banks and aligning with regulatory requirements. The company is also pioneering innovative revenue models and non-custodial staking solutions, aiming to become a comprehensive Web3 financial services provider.ContactJinINEXThe post INEX Becomes No.1 in Korea’s USDT Market Share — Industry Takes Note of the Latecomer’s Rapid Rise appeared first on Chainwire.

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2025 Full-Year Financial Highlights


Revenue: Expected to be between $39 million and $41 million, reaching a new company high.


Organic Growth: Excluding the impact of the company's strategic contraction of its U.S. operations, core revenue is expected to grow 11% to 17% year over year.


Gross Profit Margin: Expected to be between 28% and 30%, reflecting continued operational efficiency improvements.


Adjusted EBITDA: The company expects to achieve a positive full-year result in 2025, a significant improvement from a $3.5 million loss in 2024, mainly due to rigorous cost controls and a higher-margin sales mix.


Core Consumer Food Business Performance


In 2025, DDC's core consumer food business maintained strong operational performance.


The company also disclosed Core Consumer Food Business Adjusted EBITDA, a metric that further excludes costs related to its Bitcoin reserve strategy and non-cash fair value adjustments related to its Bitcoin holdings from adjusted EBITDA to more accurately reflect the core business performance.


In 2025, Core Consumer Food Business Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $5.5 million and $6 million.


Bitcoin Reserve Update


In the first half of 2025, DDC initiated a long-term Bitcoin accumulation strategy, holding Bitcoin as its primary reserve asset.


As of December 31, 2025: The company holds 1,183 BTC.


As of February 28, 2026: Holdings increased to 2,118 BTC


Today's additional purchase of 65 BTC brings the company's total holdings to 2,183 BTC


DDC Founder, Chairman, and CEO Norma Chu stated, "We are proud to have closed 2025 with record revenue and positive adjusted EBITDA, demonstrating the steady growth of the company's consumer food business and the ongoing improvement in profitability. We are building a disciplined, growth-oriented food platform and strategically allocating capital to Bitcoin assets with a long-term view, aligning with our core beliefs. We believe that this dual-track model of 'Steady Consumer Business + Strategic Bitcoin Reserve' will help DDC create lasting long-term value for shareholders."


Adjusted EBITDA Definition
For the full year 2025, the company defines "Adjusted EBITDA" (a non-GAAP financial measure) as: Net income / (loss) excluding the following items:· Interest expense· Taxes· Foreign exchange gains/losses· Long-lived asset impairment· Depreciation and amortization· Non-cash fair value changes related to financial instruments (including Bitcoin holdings)· Stock-based compensation


About DDC Enterprise Limited


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The company has established Bitcoin as a core reserve asset and is executing a prudent, long-oriented accumulation strategy. While expanding its portfolio of food brands, DDC is gradually becoming one of the public company pioneers in integrating Bitcoin into its corporate financial architecture.


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