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The Democratic Party of South Korea, the primary opposition party in the country, has declared its intent to advocate for the introduction of spot Bitcoin ETF products. This move, if successful, would provide local citizens with a means to invest in these financial products.
The party is not only advocating for individual investors but is also urging financial institutions to launch their spot Bitcoin ETFs, aiming to embrace the growing influence of digital assets in the financial landscape.
<h2 id="b-spot-bitcoin-etfs-and-individual-savings-accounts-b">Spot Bitcoin ETFs and Individual Savings Accounts</h2>
According to a report from<a href="https://www.sedaily.com/NewsView/2D5FN9Y550" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Seoul Economy Daily</a>, the Democratic Party’s proposal includes a strategic plan to enable investors to purchase spot Bitcoin ETFs through their Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs).
ISAs are known for offering a range of investment choices while providing tax breaks on financial gains. This innovative approach seeks to democratize cryptocurrency investments, making them more accessible to a broader spectrum of investors.
<h2 id="b-legislative-measures-for-spot-btc-etfs-b">Legislative Measures for Spot BTC ETFs</h2>
Despite the party’s ambitious plans, South Korea’s financial regulator maintains its prohibition on financial institutions introducing any form of cryptocurrency ETFs. Earlier this month,<a href="https://thecoinrise.com/crypto-regulation-south-korea-introduces-stringent-measures/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> stringent regulatory measures were introduced</a> by the authorities to boost oversight functions.
However, undeterred by this limitation, the Democratic Party has expressed its willingness to explore legislative options to amend current financial regulations. This proactive stance illustrates the party’s commitment to fostering innovation within the digital asset sphere and aligns with its broader agenda leading up to the general election on April 10.
<h2 id="b-election-promises-on-for-bitcoin-etf-b">Election Promises on for Bitcoin ETF</h2>
In addition to advocating<a href="https://thecoinrise.com/bitcoin-btc-bulls-prepare-to-propel-price-to-55k-before-halving-savvy-investors-eye-solana-sol-and-inqubeta-qube/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> for spot Bitcoin ETFs</a>, the Democratic Party has outlined various promises related to cryptocurrency regulations. This includes lifting the ban on institutions engaging in direct crypto investments and adjusting the taxation threshold on crypto gains.
Notably, the threshold for the scheduled tax on crypto gains has been raised from 2.5 million Korean won to 50 million Korean won. The party is scheduled to unveil a comprehensive proposal aimed at institutionalizing and revitalizing the digital asset sector during a forthcoming announcement, a move that will further seal its commitment to shaping South Korea’s cryptocurrency landscape.
<h2 id="b-stance-on-cryptocurrency-b">Stance on Cryptocurrency</h2>
Analysts observe that the opposition’s proactive stance on cryptocurrency-related initiatives could bring about significant changes in favor of digital assets within South Korea’s strict financial space. In response to stern regulatory warnings, two key players in South Korea’s financial landscape,<a href="https://thecoinrise.com/samsung-authorities-and-mirae-asset-discontinues-foreign-spot-bitcoin-etf/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Samsung Authorities, and Mirae Asset, proactively halted their overseas spot Bitcoin ETF</a> at the beginning of this year.
As the Democratic Party prioritizes the opening up of spot Bitcoin ETF investments and product launches, it reflects a commitment to driving innovation, embracing digital currencies and shaping a regulatory framework that accommodates evolving financial technologies.
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South Korea’s Opposition Party Advocates Spot Bitcoin ETFs

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