In recent days, South Korea has experienced significant political unrest, leading to a temporary declaration of martial law, which was later rejected by lawmakers. During this period, Bitcoin's trading activity surged, with a 24-hour trading volume reaching a record $34 billion amid the turmoil. Bitcoin's price also saw notable fluctuations, dipping by 33% when martial law was initially declared but rebounding to surpass $100,000 during Asia trading hours after the law was rejected. Analysts suggest that Bitcoin could be viewed as a 'safe haven' asset in light of the ongoing instability, as many South Koreans are reportedly shifting their investments from equities to cryptocurrencies. This shift highlights the growing prominence of crypto trading in South Korea, which has now outpaced traditional stock trading.