The Financial Services Commission of South Korea (FSC) lifted the ban on the sale of digital assets by corporations on May 30, 2025, which was imposed in December 2017 to avoid speculation. This decision allows registered cryptocurrency exchanges and non-profit organizations to trade digital assets under strict rules that will come into effect in June 2025. The changes aim to increase market transparency and attract institutional investors.
Exchanges that comply with the Reporting and Financial Information Use Act will be able to sell assets only to cover operating expenses. Only the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization can be sold on five major local exchanges to avoid manipulation. The FSC has implemented strict AML and KYC rules, as well as daily sales limits to prevent conflicts of interest.
This decision reflects South Korea's desire to integrate cryptocurrencies into a regulated financial system while maintaining investor protection. Analysts predict an increase in trading volumes and interest in Bitcoin and Ethereum. The FSC also plans to pilot test corporate accounts for trading digital assets.
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