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South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, will end support for the ICX/KRW trading pair at 3:00 p.m. KST on October 19, 2026. The exchange said unresolved security incident risks tied to ICON remain unremedied since ICX was designated an investment caution asset.
Why it matters
The delisting removes ICX’s Korean won trading market on Upbit, a major venue for South Korean crypto users. All outstanding orders will be canceled when trading support ends.
Market impact
Upbit will continue supporting ICX withdrawals until November 18. ICON launched its Layer 1 blockchain in 2017, with ICX used for network transactions, staking and governance.
Source: [아이콘(ICX) 거래지원 종료 안내 (10/19 15:00) — 업비트(Upbit)](https://www.upbit.com/service_center/notice?id=6591&view=share)
Frequently asked questions
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When will Upbit stop trading the ICX/KRW pair?
Upbit will end support for the ICX/KRW trading pair at 3:00 p.m. Korea Standard Time on October 19, 2026.
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Why is Upbit delisting ICX?
Upbit cited unresolved or unremedied security incident risks tied to ICON. The exchange said the reasons for ending support have remained unresolved since ICX became an investment caution asset.
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What happens to outstanding ICX/KRW orders?
All outstanding orders for the ICX/KRW pair will be canceled when trading support ends.
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How long can users withdraw ICX from Upbit?
Upbit will continue supporting ICX withdrawals until November 18, 2026.
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What is ICX used for?
ICX is the native token of ICON, a Layer 1 blockchain launched in 2017. It has been used for network transactions, staking and governance.
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