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South Korea's Credit Finance Association is poised to elect its first private-sector leader in a decade, breaking from the tradition of government appointees. This shift matters because industry veterans bring direct operational expertise and market understanding, enabling them to negotiate more effectively on critical issues like stablecoin regulation, AI integration, and rising funding costs. The transition reflects growing recognition that industry insiders can better balance regulatory compliance with practical market realities.