Tokenization
Digital assets, tokenized funds, and blockchain in finance.
Crypto's $1 Trillion Rout Hits Funds Built for Retail Traders
A $1 trillion crypto market decline is forcing ETF issuers to consolidate their offerings, with smaller altcoin products facing closures while Bitcoin and Ether ETFs remain dominant.
Coinbase license in UAE offers first international tokenized securities product
Coinbase has obtained a license from Abu Dhabi's ADGM to arrange investment deals and offer custody for tokenized securities, positioning the UAE as its international tokenization hub. The move aims to provide capital market access to billions globally through blockchain technology.
IMF Says Tokenization Could Rewrite Market Plumbing. ETFs Are Part of the Shift
The IMF highlights tokenization as a fundamental shift in market infrastructure that could accelerate settlement and automate key financial functions. ETFs are positioned as part of this transformation toward programmable digital ledgers.
Tokenized Equities Are Expanding, but the 759,000-Holder Claim Needs Context
Tokenized equities are growing rapidly with 759,000 on-chain holders as of July 2026, but investors must understand the different legal structures, counterparty risks, and custody considerations before trading.
What Citadel Securities just priced about tokenized markets, and why the UAE is ready for it
Citadel Securities' $400M investment in Crypto.com signals a major shift toward tokenized securities and derivatives in GCC markets. The UAE's regulatory framework through ADGM and DIFC positions it as a leader in this emerging asset class.
ADGM in UAE approves Tether Gold as spot traded commodity
Abu Dhabi's Global Market (ADGM) has approved Tether Gold (XAU₮) as an Accepted Spot Commodity, enabling regulated firms to offer blockchain-backed physical gold tokens. Each XAU₮ represents one troy ounce of London Good Delivery gold.
SWIFT signs up UAE FAB bank and Mashreq Bank to pilot its Blockchain ledger
Banks will be able to explore 24/7 cross border payments with tokenized deposits.
UAE Lexim soon to offer tokenized gold regulated by VARA Dubai
Lexim received virtual asset broker dealer license from VARA
Crypto ETF Outflows Hit Billions as Institutions Turn Cautious
ETF Investors Are Driving the Latest Bitcoin Correction
Crypto.com Secures UAE's First VASP Payment License as Bitcoin ETF Inflows Hit $2.7 Billion
Crypto.com becomes the first Virtual Asset Service Provider globally to receive a Stored Value Facilities license from the Central Bank of the UAE, enabling residents to pay government fees with digital assets. Bitcoin spot ETFs record $2.7 billion in consecutive inflows.
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DTCC’s tokenization push signals Wall Street’s next infrastructure shift & a crypto bull run
The DTCC, which processes over $3 quadrillion in annual securities transactions, announced plans to begin limited production trading of tokenized securities in July 2026, signaling mainstream institutional adoption of blockchain technology in traditional capital markets.
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Could Tokenization Revive Mutual Fund’s Chances Vis-à-vis ETFs?
How tokenisation could revive mutual funds against ETFs. Insights from regulators, market trends, and the future of tokenised investment funds.