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BC Card Secures Patent for Blockchain-Based ‘Asset Authentication NFT’ to Protect Wealth in Financial Emergencies: KIM YOUNG MIN Specialized Reporter / Updated : 2026-03-16 07:59:50

SEOUL – In an era where digital stability is as crucial as financial liquidity, BC Card, a leading South Korean payment processor, has achieved a significant milestone in safeguarding consumer assets. The company announced on March 15, 2026, that it has officially registered a patent for a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) technology designed to certify individual asset records during national emergencies or large-scale financial network failures.

This patent, initially filed in 2023, represents a proactive move by BC Card to leverage decentralized technology for practical security. As of March 2026, BC Card holds 128 registered patents, the highest number in the South Korean card industry, solidifying its position as a pioneer in next-generation financial services.

A Digital Safety Net via MyData and Blockchain
The newly patented technology integrates the existing "MyData" service with blockchain’s immutability. Through BC Card’s lifestyle financial platform, 'Paybooc,' users can aggregate their asset information from various financial sectors—including banks, insurance companies, and securities firms.

Once the data is updated, it is converted into an image format and stored as an NFT on a blockchain. This digital certificate is then issued to the user’s digital wallet. Unlike traditional paper bankbooks or centralized digital databases, this NFT remains accessible even if a specific bank's server crashes or if the national financial grid is compromised.

Ensuring Asset Continuity in Times of Crisis
The primary value of this "Asset Authentication NFT" lies in its resilience. A spokesperson for BC Card emphasized the security benefits, stating, "Through technical collaboration with KT Group affiliates, we provide top-tier security. This system effectively enhances asset stability even in the event of unforeseen financial accidents or cyber-attacks."

Industry analysts predict that this technology will serve as a critical backup. In scenarios such as a "war-time" emergency or a complete shutdown of banking applications due to technical glitches, the NFT acts as an irrefutable proof of ownership. It effectively replaces the traditional function of a bankbook but with the added security of decentralization.

Streamlining Convenience and Future Prospects
Beyond security, the patent also focuses on user convenience. By unifying fragmented account balances across multiple institutions into a single NFT, users can verify their entire financial portfolio anytime, anywhere. This centralized authentication simplifies the process of proving one's financial standing without the need to visit multiple institutions or navigate various apps.

As personal data leaks and security breaches become increasingly common, the competition for securing "safety-first" patents is intensifying within the fintech sector. Following its previous patent for stablecoin payment technology, BC Card’s latest move is seen as an strategic effort to protect its business interests and enhance corporate value by preparing for the future of digital finance.

With this new system, the industry expects a shift toward more robust consumer protection models. "The goal is to ensure that even if the entire financial system temporarily halts, the individual's right to their assets remains protected and verifiable," the company added.