Securitize, LG CNS Partner on South Korea Tokenization

Securitize and LG CNS have formed a strategic partnership to develop tokenized assets, stablecoin infrastructure and digital asset treasury solutions as South Korea moves toward a broader regulated digital asset market.

Under a memorandum of understanding, Securitize will contribute its regulated tokenization expertise, while LG CNS will provide financial technology capabilities and access to its network across South Korea. The companies plan to pursue opportunities with financial institutions in South Korea and the wider Asia-Pacific region.

Their collaboration will focus on tokenized funds, tokenized securities, stablecoin infrastructure and other institutional digital asset services. The partners also intend to develop technology aligned with South Korea’s evolving regulatory requirements.

Securitize CEO Carlos Domingo described South Korea as an important market for institutional tokenization. He said the partnership aims to build infrastructure capable of bringing more high-quality financial products on-chain while strengthening connections between Korean institutions and global capital markets.

The agreement extends beyond tokenized securities to stablecoin infrastructure and digital asset treasury solutions. Securitize and LG CNS will explore systems that could eventually support round-the-clock distribution, trading and settlement, subject to regulatory approval.

LG CNS has also introduced Keystone of Institutional Trust Landscape, or KITL, a blockchain platform designed for banks, securities firms, card companies and payment providers. KITL supports stablecoins, tokenized securities and real-world assets while integrating digital wallets, transaction processing and network fee services.

The platform can also collect transaction records across multiple digital assets and public blockchains. LG CNS previously tested related technology through the Bank of Korea’s Project Hangang, which involved 80,000 participants and seven banks.

The partnership comes as South Korea prepares a regulatory framework for tokenized securities that is currently expected to take effect in February 2027. Both companies intend to ensure their services comply with local laws and internal approval requirements.

No specific tokenized fund, bond or stablecoin has been announced so far. Any future products will depend on regulatory approvals as Securitize and LG CNS position themselves for growing institutional demand for tokenization in South Korea.