KRX to Launch New Securities Market in November, STO Regulations Expected by 2027

The Korea Exchange (KRX) will launch a new securities market on November 16, enabling the trading of alternative assets like art and real estate through standard securities accounts. A simulation period will run from October 6 to November 13. While initial trading will utilize traditional electronic securities, the market is expected to transition to blockchain-based tokenized securities once the relevant legal framework is implemented in February 2027.