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Samsung SDS wins KSD deal to build Korea’s tokenized securities platform by 2027
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KSD plans blockchain-linked rights management for token securities issuance
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Korea’s tokenized securities rules are scheduled to take effect in February 2027
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Samsung SDS will shift KSD’s testbed into a full operating securities system
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The platform will monitor token securities issuance and circulation in real time
Samsung SDS will build Korea’s tokenized securities platform for KSD, giving South Korea a key blockchain system before new asset rules begin in 2027. The project moves tokenized securities from test use toward live market infrastructure. It also places Samsung SDS at the center of Korea’s digital securities push.
KSD Moves Token Securities System Toward Full Operations
Samsung SDS won the contract to build and operate the platform for the Korea Securities Depository. The system should reach completion by February 2027. It will turn KSD’s earlier testbed into a stable operating platform.
KSD plans to connect its electronic securities account system with blockchain ledger data. This structure will support tokenized securities issuance and rights management. It will also improve record checks across digital securities activity.
Samsung SDS will build a total volume management system for tokenized securities. The system will monitor issuance and circulation in real time. Hence, KSD can track market activity with clearer data.
Korea Prepares Legal Rules for Tokenized Assets
South Korea is building the legal base for tokenized securities. In January, lawmakers passed amendments covering electronic registration and capital markets rules. These changes will allow blockchain ledgers to serve as securities registries.
The Financial Services Commission also started a public-private body in March. The group will work on technology, issuance, circulation, payment and settlement rules. These steps support the planned February 2027 launch timeline.
Samsung SDS already worked on KSD’s tokenized securities plans before this contract. The company handled functional analysis in 2024 and built a testbed in 2025. Samsung SDS enters this project with direct experience in the same system.
Platform Targets Blockchain-Based Market Infrastructure
Tokenized securities represent traditional assets on distributed ledgers. These assets can include stocks, bonds, real estate, artwork, and other financial products. The format helps record ownership and rights in digital form.
Samsung SDS will also build gateway systems and blockchain node management tools. In addition, it will design the distributed ledger system architecture. These parts will support stable service operations after the platform goes live.
Samsung SDS said its blockchain and IT infrastructure experience will support the project. The company aims to help strengthen Korea’s tokenized securities market. As a result, the KSD platform could become a major digital asset infrastructure project.
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