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Korea to Launch New Securities Market in Mid-November, Marking a Key Turning Point for ...
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Fusion42 · 22 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Korea Exchange plans to launch a new securities market in November allowing trading of tokenized assets like artworks, real estate, and music copyrights via securities accounts. This marks a critical turning point for South Korea's security token offering (STO) industry, with blockchain-based tokenized securities expected to be implemented after new laws take effect in February 2027.
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You now face a new trading venue for tokenized assets in South Korea before blockchain tokens become fully regulated in 2027. Prepare to engage early in this market to secure an advantage as STOs evolve from traditional electronic securities to blockchain-based tokens.
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