Kakao Bank

Kakao Bank is a South Korean mobile-only bank launched in 2016. Within just two years, the bank has achieved profitability. It is the first mobile-only bank to go public. As of end-2021, it has over 18 million users.

KakaoBank buys 10% in Superbank, enters partnership to boost digital banking in Indonesia

Superbank is planning to publicise its mobile app later in the year.

KakaoBank buys 10% in Superbank, enters partnership to boost digital banking in Indonesia

Superbank is planning to publicise its mobile app later in the year.

KakaoBank modernises data management system

The mobile-only bank targets to modernise its data management system.

Kakao Bank, Kakao Pay shares tumble as fire disrupts services: report

All services under Kakao were severely affected by the data center fire.

South Korea’s kakaobank “most recommended” retail bank in APAC: survey

Indonesia’s BCA and StanChart Taiwan also topped the list.

South Korea’s Kakao Bank to raise over $2.2b in IPO

Shares were priced at the top end, at KRW39,000 ($34).

South Korean incumbent banks’ profits at risk as Kakao Bank expand loan services

The internet-only bank plans to launch mortgages and merchant loan products.