Category
  • Fintechs
  • Infrastructure Providers
  • Payments
Use Cases
  • B2B Payments
  • E-commerce Payments
  • Payment Settlement
  • Treasury Management
Circle Products Used
  • Mint
Blockchains Supported
  • Avalanche
  • Ethereum
  • Solana
On/Off-Ramps
  • Yes
Platform
  • Android
  • Web
Free/Paid
  • Paid
Region
  • APAC
Country
  • South Korea

Korea’s leading integrated payment infrastructure and digital asset payment enabler.

KSNET is a cornerstone of the Korean payment ecosystem with a strong presence across both online and offline merchant sectors. With a powerful network of 300,000 merchants and 900 agencies, we serve as the vital bridge connecting merchants, financial institutions, and customers.

  • Offline Payments: We support offline payments across both VAN and PG sectors. Through our proprietary solutions and terminals, we ensure the secure and rapid transmission of transaction data from physical stores nationwide to card issuers.
  • Online Payments: As an established payment gateway, we provide integrated payment solutions and streamlined settlement processes optimized for the ever-evolving e-commerce environment.

Why KSNET for stablecoin payments?

KSNET goes beyond mere transaction processing; we serve as a core intermediary that provides and manages payment infrastructure for 300,000 merchants. This extensive merchant footprint, combined with our real-time settlement capabilities, forms the optimal foundation for integrating stablecoins and digital assets into real-world commerce.

By bridging traditional payment networks with the Web3 economy, KSNET is a strategic partner for transforming digital assets into practical, everyday payment tools.

Use Cases

Value Added Network (VAN)

KSNET serves as a backbone to Korea’s offline retail economy, operating a high-speed, secure transaction relay network. We manage the payment infrastructure for Korea’s largest retail giants, including Olive Young, Daiso, and Uniqlo. Supported by a nationwide network of 900+ agencies, we ensure seamless and secure real-time data transmission between merchants and card issuers.

Payment Gateway (PG)

KSNET provides integrated payment solutions optimized for the e-commerce environment, supporting unified settlement for credit cards, bank transfers, and various online payment methods. We have also expanded our reach into offline PG solutions for Jeju Island’s public bus system, evolving into a comprehensive infrastructure that bridges both online and offline payment sectors.

Payment Terminals & POS Integration

We offer a full lineup of certified payment hardware, including CAT terminals, secure signature pads, and POS peripherals. Engineered for rigorous security and seamless compatibility, our devices reflect Korea’s unique 'VAN' payment ecosystem. This infrastructure is an essential integration point for any global enterprise looking to enter and scale within the Korean market.

Prepaid Electronic Means License

KSNET holds a Prepaid Electronic Means of Payment license authorized by government regulatory authorities. This license serves as a strategic pillar for our expansion into stablecoin-based payment infrastructure and Web3 financial services, acting as a key connector between traditional finance and the digital asset economy.

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