[South Korean Financial Authorities to Strengthen Regulation of Offshore 'Perpetual Contract' Platforms] According to Yonhap News Agency, the South Korean Financial Services Commission and the Financial Supervisory Service will enhance monitoring of offshore platforms trading South Korean stocks and stock index-related 'perpetual contracts.' If any illegal business activities are discovered (such as soliciting South Korean residents to register via referral codes or charging commissions), regulatory authorities will take a firm stance, including reporting such activities to law enforcement agencies. Additionally, the authorities will assess whether these offshore products have an impact on South Korea's domestic stock market. Furthermore, the regulators plan to communicate with major offshore platforms offering 'perpetual contract' products linked to South Korea's domestic market, requesting their cooperation to ensure compliance with South Korean laws.