The Financial Services Commission (FSC) is set to expand access to virtual assets for professional investors in the latter half of 2024. Kim Seong-jin, head of the FSC's Virtual Asset Division, announced this plan at the 2025 Summer Digital Asset Joint Academic Conference, reported by IT Chosun. Following the allowance of non-profit corporations to participate in virtual assets starting in June, the FSC aims to release guidelines for broadening professional investor access. This move signals a progressive approach to virtual asset regulation in South Korea. Kim also clarified the stance on foreign corporations, stating that as long as they are registered as domestic professional investors, there will be no discrimination in opening virtual asset accounts. This aims to foster a fair and inclusive environment for virtual asset investment. The FSC's initiative seeks to balance innovation and investor protection in the burgeoning digital asset market. ```