Tokenization
Digital assets, tokenized funds, and blockchain in finance.

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.

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.

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.

Nasdaq and Kraken Team Up to Bring Tokenized Stocks to Global Markets
Nasdaq and Kraken partner to launch tokenized stocks via Kraken’s xStocks platform, enabling global blockchain-based equity trading

GCC Sovereign wealth funds to lead $500 billion tokenization opportunity
Explore the role of GCC sovereign wealth funds in the anticipated $500 billion tokenization growth across the region.

Bitcoin Climbs to Two-Month High on Renewed ETF Buying, and What GCC Investors Should Watch
Explore the resurgence of Bitcoin ETF as investor interest rises, driving price discovery and cryptocurrency market evolution.

Franklin Templeton Prepares to Launch Spot XRP ETF on Cboe
Explore the upcoming launch of the XRP ETF by Franklin Templeton, set for 18 November 2025, pending SEC approval.

Mubadala and ADIC in UAE hold millions of BlackRock Bitcoin ETF shares
Explore the rise of the Blackrock bitcoin ETF and significant investments by Mubadala and ADIC in the crypto arena.

Saudi Minister says stablecoins to be introduced soon in the Kingdom
Learn about the potential of a riyal backed stablecoin as a payment tool for global investors in Saudi Arabia's property sector.

Compliance Carbon Goes On-Chain With New Tradable Token
Explore the tokenized carbon credit ETF launched by KraneShares and Maseer Finance, backed by California Carbon Allowances.

QNB launches DIFC’s first regulated tokenized money-market fund
Discover the innovative tokenized money market fund launched by QNB Group and Standard Chartered for enhanced investment opportunities.

Tokenized ETFs Make the Leap to Europe’s Trading Floors
In early September, crypto exchange Kraken announced it would offer 60 tokenized U.S.-listed ETFs and stocks to European investors.

