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South Korea targets November review for second stage crypto legislation

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22 September 2026

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South Korea

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Fusion42 · 22 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

South Korea’s Financial Services Commission plans to review the Digital Asset Framework Act in November, aiming to complete the country's second stage crypto legislation, which focuses heavily on stablecoin regulation, within 2026. The regulator emphasises alignment with lawmakers and a commitment to avoiding delays despite personnel changes.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

South Korean fintech founders now face an approaching regulatory milestone that reshapes market entry around stablecoins and digital assets. Prepare to engage with new compliance requirements as accelerated legislation opens access to a more structured crypto economy this year.

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