South Korea's new financial regulation measures: corporate crypto investments will have a 5% cap, and the scope of stablecoin investments will be expanded

RektRecovery · 2026-01-19T09:40:12+00:00

The Korea Financial Services Commission is pushing for new regulations to limit corporate cryptocurrency investments, with an annual cap of 5% and a single-shareholding ratio also limited to 5%. This move is expected to be launched within the year and may include stablecoins like USDT as part of investment assets, indicating a gradual easing of restrictions on institutional investments.

RektRecovery

2026-01-19 09:40:12

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【Crypto World】The Korea Financial Services Commission is currently pushing forward with a new regulation that aims to set a “ceiling” on corporate cryptocurrency investments—annual investment amounts cannot exceed 5%. Additionally, for the top 20 digital assets by market capitalization, any single company’s shareholding ratio is also limited to within 5% of the share capital.

This is not unfounded. Regulatory authorities have already issued detailed trading guidelines for listed companies and professional investors. Based on current progress, the final version is expected to be officially finalized by the beginning of the year. Once the rules are implemented, corporate trading activities are expected to officially commence before the end of this year.

More interestingly, the committee is studying the inclusion of stablecoins like USDT, which are pegged to the US dollar, into the list of permitted investment assets. This detail signals that Korea is gradually easing restrictions on institutional-level cryptocurrency investments. Although there are still upper limits, the investment channels are slowly expanding.

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ser_ngmi

· 7h ago

The 5% ceiling is a bit ruthless; Korea really doesn't want institutions to play big Does including stablecoins in the list count as a de facto loosening? Feels like testing the bottom line Another "orderly advancement"; we'll see the results by the end of the year This policy's力度 is average, not as straightforward as Singapore So how should companies operate now? Just wait and see

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MetaReckt

· 7h ago

5% ceiling? Is South Korea really trying to trap institutional investors or is it genuinely opening up? --- Stablecoins are also included in the list, it seems regulators are starting to soften their stance. --- Again 5% and top 20 assets, it feels like there are too many restrictions, might as well ban it outright. --- Interesting, it seems open but is actually just another way to block progress. --- Wait, stablecoins are also included? What about USDC, is it still only recognized within the dollar faction? --- Launching before the end of the year? I doubt it, South Korea's efficiency is just so-so. --- The 5% cap is basically a way to give institutions a trial run, if they really want to invest, they still have to go around it. --- The question is, who will actually invest up to the 5% limit? Isn't it just a risk-avoidance tactic?

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BrokenYield

· 7h ago

nah, the 5% cap is just regulatory theater... they're basically saying "we're cool with crypto" while keeping the leash short. smart money already knows how to work around these limits anyway.

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StablecoinGuardian

· 7h ago

5% ceiling? That's a bit tight; companies will need to be more careful with their finances. The opening of stablecoins is a good sign, but it still depends on how well the implementation is carried out. South Korea has finally loosened up, although regulations are still quite strict. The key is in the details of the rules; whether the 5% limit can really be implemented remains to be seen. The relaxed stance is clear, but capital inflows are still expected to be cautious. Let's wait until the official launch at the end of the year; everything sounds good on paper. Including stablecoins in the list is a significant step; it finally shows recognition.

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