2026-01-12 06:23:50

The Korean regulatory authorities recently announced a major decision—completely lifting the 9-year corporate crypto ban, which is a significant move for the entire Asian market.

Under the new policy framework, approximately 3,500 institutions will be eligible for access, but with clear investment limits—each institution's crypto asset allocation must not exceed 5% of its own capital. This ratio strikes a balance between opening the door and maintaining risk control.

It is important to note that these institutions are also restricted in their investment targets, limited to choosing projects listed on the top five domestic exchanges with a market cap ranking within the top 20. The policy is set to be fully implemented by the end of the year.

Who are the most immediate beneficiaries of this move? Of course, those local trading platforms and Korean-based crypto assets that have done well in localization. A large influx of institutional funds is expected, which is a significant positive for platforms operating in compliance.

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SeasonedInvestor

· 9h ago

After a 9-year ban, Korea is really ready to play now --- With a 5% cap, it still feels like a test... --- Only the top 20 cryptocurrencies can be chosen, Korean projects are now in a great position --- 3,500 institutions are rushing to implement, all by the end of the year, this pace is fast --- Next, compliance platforms will see who can attract institutional funds, competition will be fierce --- The 9-year ban is finally lifted, but there are still many rules and restrictions, though it's better than nothing --- Local exchanges will definitely benefit from this wave, but don’t cause any more trouble --- Institutional funds are coming, retail investors still need to queue for opportunities --- If Korea dares to open up, will other Asian countries follow? That’s the key --- After all this, it still seems like only the top 20 can be played, quite conservative

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SolidityJester

· 01-12 13:50

The 9-year ban has been lifted overnight, and the pace is a bit fast. It seems Korea is really going all in this time.

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LoneValidator

· 01-12 06:54

9-year ban lifted, is it finally Korea's turn? Institutional funds are coming Favoring the top five exchanges, small coins might have no chance 5% allocation cap, steady but a bit conservative Implementation by the end of the year, institutions should start lining up now Korean projects are about to take off again? This time, compliant platforms will really make a fortune

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EthMaximalist

· 01-12 06:52

The 9-year ban has finally been relaxed, but a 5% limit really isn't considered lenient. --- Korea is going to start trading cryptocurrencies again. Compliance platforms are really about to take off. --- Limiting the top 20 cryptocurrencies? It still seems like a way to protect the local exchange ecosystem—smart move. --- Listening to the 3,500 approved institutions sounds impressive, but it's hard to say how much capital can actually be released with a 5% cap. --- Implementation by the end of the year? It seems like it will be delayed again; Korean regulators are like that. --- Local currencies are about to rise, so small exchanges might finally get a chance to grab a slice. --- The 5% ratio seems safe, but in reality, it's just a trial for institutions.

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AirdropHunterXiao

· 01-12 06:50

Is the 9-year ban lifted? Korea is about to catch up. Will the entry of 3,500 institutions directly push up the market?

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MrRightClick

· 01-12 06:38

After 9 years of ban, South Korea is finally getting serious Institutional funds are coming, and small-cap coins have another chance to jump The top 20 coins on the top five exchanges? These filtering criteria are really restrictive The 5% cap looks open, but it's actually to prevent sudden crashes Korean exchanges are probably about to take off, but local coins might get hammered Institutional entry ≠ retail frenzy, don’t overthink it This policy is very friendly to leading platforms 3,500 institutions is not a small number; there will be movement on the chain Wait until the end of the year, then we'll see if it's truly a positive signal

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OnchainDetective

· 01-12 06:25

The 9-year ban has been lifted overnight, and Korea's move is quite solid. The 5% cap won't cause any trouble. Imagine 3,500 institutions rushing in; local exchanges are probably about to take off. However, they can only buy the top 20 cryptocurrencies, which is a bit conservative. Korean projects are finally gaining momentum, and the funding landscape is about to change. The 5% limit seems open, but when you think about it, it's reasonable. It can reduce the tactics of institutions bottom-fishing. Only the top five exchanges' cryptocurrencies can be traded, excluding many small projects. This policy is neither fully open nor fully prohibitive; it's tightly controlled.

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