Crypto Exchange Stake Limits Face Constitutional Challenge in Digital Asset Bill

A debate is intensifying over provisions in the Digital Asset Basic Act being pursued by the government and ruling party that would restrict major shareholders’ stakes in crypto exchanges. At the 2026 Spring Conference of the Korean Business Law Association, experts said that while the measure is intended to secure sound management, it could infringe property rights and raise constitutional issues. Some argued that major shareholder eligibility reviews and internal control systems would be sufficient without directly limiting exchange ownership. As the bill moves forward, the balance between investor protection and private property rights is expected to become a key issue. Source: mk.co.kr