South Korea2026.10.08Block Media

Lee Eok-won: "I sympathize with LucentBlock's frustration, but sandbox exemptions and distribution licensing are separate matters"

• Lee Eok-won addressed LucentBlock's public frustration over delays or denial of further regulatory approval.
• He said sandbox designation and formal distribution/trading licensing are legally and procedurally distinct processes.
• The remarks signal regulators are drawing a firm line between innovation pilot exemptions and full market authorization for tokenized asset trading.