Oh Tae-min (Korean: 오태민) is a South Korean author, researcher, professor, and broadcaster known for his extensive work on Bitcoin. He is recognized as one of the earliest and most prominent proponents of the bullish theory of Bitcoin in South Korea, earning him the moniker of a 'Bitcoin evangelist'. Oh is also the developer of 'BTCMobick', an enterprise blockchain project designed based on the principles of Bitcoin. ^[1]​

Career

Oh Tae-min has built a multifaceted career centered on cryptocurrency, spanning academia, public speaking, media, and software development. His work, which began around 2014, has established him as a key figure in the South Korean Bitcoin community. He frequently references his extensive experience in the field, citing over a decade of research and observation. ^[1]​

Academia and Public Speaking

In his academic capacity, Oh has shared his expertise at several universities. He holds a position as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Bitcoin and Monetary Philosophy at Hanyang University and was formerly an adjunct professor at Konkuk University. In addition to his university roles, he developed a 100-lecture online training course titled "[Oh Tae-min's Bitcoin Train]" to provide in-depth education on the subject. ^[1]​

Oh is a frequent speaker at national and international events. One of his early notable appearances was in November 2014 at the "Inside Bitcoin 2014" conference held at KINTEX in Ilsan. At this international event, he delivered a lecture focusing on Bitcoin-related money laundering issues. He shared the stage with several other foundational figures in the cryptocurrency industry, including Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum; Arthur Hayes, the founder of the BitMEX exchange; and Young-seok Yoo, the representative of the Korbit exchange. ^[1]​

In 2022, Oh was featured in a special lecture series for the public broadcasting network EBS (Educational Broadcasting System). In his lecture, he explained the fundamental concepts of cryptocurrency and Bitcoin to a broad audience. His role as a speaker continued with an invitation to the “2024 World Biz Tech Talk Show” in April 2024, hosted at the Seoul Bank Hall. There, he provided expert commentary on Bitcoin's outlook and offered investment strategy advice. These numerous appearances at lectures and broadcasts have reinforced his status as a leading voice on Bitcoin in Korea. ^[1]​

Media and Broadcasting

Oh Tae-min maintains a significant media presence, primarily through his YouTube channel, "Wisdom of Bitcoin" (오태민의 지혜의족보), which is also known as "Taemin Oh's Genealogy of Wisdom." The channel, which operates under the handle , has garnered a substantial following with 203,000 subscribers and features 345 videos. The content focuses on deep dives into Bitcoin and Ethereum, analysis of market trends, and discussions on investment strategies. In addition to his own channel, Oh frequently appears on various other media platforms, including radio programs and YouTube talk shows, to comment on cryptocurrency trends and provide market analysis. ^[1]​

Research and Development

Oh's research and writing on Bitcoin have been ongoing since at least 2014. As the developer of 'BTCMobick', he has ventured into the practical application of blockchain technology. BTCMobick is described as an enterprise-level blockchain project that is fundamentally based on the core principles of the Bitcoin network. Specific technical details on the project's architecture and implementation are not widely publicized. ^[1]​

Works

As an author, Oh Tae-min has written several books on the topic of cryptocurrency. While a complete bibliography is not detailed in the provided sources, two forthcoming books have been mentioned.

Books

• Does Ethereum Work? (Korean: 이더리움은 작동하는가): This book was scheduled for release in late April of an unspecified year.
• There is No Future Without Tokens (Korean: 토큰없는 미래는 없다): This is a tentative title for another one of his upcoming works. ^[1]