Tether Debuts New 'Synthetic' Dollar Backed by Tokenized Gold in Tokenization Push

Users can mint new tokens using the company's new Alloy platform, which will be part of Tether's upcoming tokenization venture, CEO Paolo Ardoino said.

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Bad Idea AI (BAD) Now Listed on CoinW and BingX Centralized Exchanges

Major Milestone: Expanding Global Reach with New Listings and Exciting Promotional Events Bad Idea AI, a tokenized artificial intelligence project working at the intersection of project governance and artificial intelligence, is thrilled to announce its listing on two major centralized exchanges: CoinW and BingX.

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Blocksquare hits $100M tokenized RWA, announces DeFi launchpad

Blocksquare achieves a new milestone in real estate with $100M in tokenized assets and the launch of its Oceanpoint v0.5 DeFi platform. The post Blocksquare hits $100M tokenized RWA, announces DeFi launchpad appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Crypto Biz: The Bitcoin summer, Avalanche integrates with Stripe, and more

This week’s Crypto Biz features the Lightning Network rollout on Coinbase, Avalanche integration with Stripe, MicroStrategy earning results and BlackRock’s new tokenized fund.

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BlackRock Sets New Standard in Tokenization of Real World Assets With BUIDL’s Success

BlackRock's BUIDL fund, recently launched and tokenized on blockchain, has quickly surpassed Franklin Templeton's BENJI, marking a significant shift in asset management. The post BlackRock Sets New Standard in Tokenization of Real World Assets With BUIDL’s Success appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Backed Finance AG secures $9.5 million in Series A funding to expand tokenization services

Backed Finance AG, a prominent provider of tokenized real-world assets and tokenization services, has successfully raised $9.5 million in its Series A funding round. The funding round was led by Gnosis and saw participation from both new and returning investors including Exor Seeds, Cyber Fund, Mindset Ventures, Stake Capital Ventures, Blockchain Founders Fund, Blue Bay […]

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Crypto for Advisors: The Professionalization of Crypto

The professionalization of crypto is here, whether it’s tokenized securities, crypto-forward financial products from the world’s largest asset managers or platforms that help financial advisors access this new market directly.

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AI, Tokenized: Exploring the Initial Model Offering with ORA Protocol

Entering 2024, with AI emerging as a new cornerstone of crypto narratives, the idea of AI-centric asset issuance has carved out new pathways for creative exploration. BeInCrypto sat down with ORA Protocol’s founder, Kartin Wong, to discuss the Initial Model Offering (IMO).

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Barclays, HSBC and Citi collaborate to pilot tokenized deposits in UK

Barclays, HSBC, and Citi, among other U.K. financial institutions, are embarking on a joint venture to pilot tokenized deposits. A group of British banks, including Barclays and Citigroup, is working on a new pilot of tokenized deposits aimed at enhancing…

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Ondo Spikes 8% as Ondo Finance Tests Instant Conversion From BlackRock's Tokenized Fund to USDC

Stablecoin issuer Circle introduced a new smart contract function earlier Thursday to allow near-instant, around-the-clock redemptions from BlackRock's BUIDL fund for USDC stablecoins.

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Circle facilitates USDC transfers for BlackRock’s new tokenized fund – details

USD Coin (USDC) issuer Circle revealed a new smart contract feature with BlackRock, marking a significant stride in integrating the maturing crypto market with traditional finance. According to the announcement, the new technology will allow Black USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUILD) holders to send their shares to Circle in exchange for USD Coins. Moreover, […]

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Bitfinex launches tokenized debt for El Salvador’s new Hilton hotel

Bitfinex Securities is launching a tokenized debt offering to fund the construction of a new Hilton hotel

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BlackRock tokenized BUIDL fund now convertible to USDC 24/7 via Circle integration

Circle, the issuer of USDC, announced a new smart contract functionality that allows holders of the BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL) to transfer their shares to Circle for USDC.

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Bitfinex reveals tokenized hotel project at El Salvador airport

Bitfinex Securities launches a tokenized hotel project at El Salvador airport, aiming to raise $6.25M for a new Hampton by Hilton complex.

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Bitfinex Securities Introduces El Salvador’s First Tokenized Debt to Fund New Hilton Hotel

The token will be issued on the Liquid Network, a bitcoin sidechain.

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Liquid Staking Tokenized Finance (LSTfi): Revolutionizing DeFi with Liquid Staking and Enhanced Yields

Since day one, the Decentralized Finance (DeFi) world has continuously evolved, and new solutions constantly emerge to tackle liquidity obstacles and open fresh avenues for maximizing returns. Among the latest trends that have emerged are Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) and Liquid Staking Tokenized Finance (LSTfi).

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New Era For VeChain: Marketplace Platform Unveiled, Price Spike Looming?

In a new development, VeChain (VET) has announced the introduction of its latest No-Code Tokenized Asset Marketplace-as-a-Service platform (MaaS), fueling optimism within the community of an impendent price uptick.

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HSBC has become the first bank to introduce a tokenized gold product

Banking giant HSBC has become the first bank to issue a blockchain-based real-world asset with the launch of its new tokenized gold investment product. Targeting retail investors in Hong Kong, the bank’s Gold Token went live on March 28. The…

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ETH Bulls Rejoice Euphorically As BlackRock Unveils Its First Tokenized Asset Fund On Ethereum

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Memecoin donations pour in for BlackRock $100 million token fund partnered with Coinbase

Asset management firm BlackRock selected Coinbase as the key infrastructure provider for its tokenized investment fund, BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL). According to BlackRock: “BUIDL seeks to offer a stable value of $1 per token and pays daily accrued dividends directly to investors’ wallets as new tokens each month.

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This Swiss City Will Issue $113 Million Tokenized Bond Amid CBDC Trial

The city of St. Gallen is issuing a new digital bond through FINMA-approved digital exchange SDX. The post This Swiss City Will Issue $113 Million Tokenized Bond Amid CBDC Trial appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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DigiCask Unleashes the Spirit of Investment: Introducing Tokenized Whisky Cask on Solana Blockchain

The world of investment is about to witness a shift as DigiCask unveils its new platform, bringing the realm of premium whisky to the blockchain. With a vision to democratize access to exclusive assets, DigiCask introduces the era of tokenized whisky investments.

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Bitfinex’s Tether tokenized bond faces investment shortfall

Bitfinex’s newly introduced Tether tokenized bond, initially celebrated as the start of a “new era for capital raises,” has fallen short of attracting the expected level of investment and interest.

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Singapore’s Top Banker Predicts Endgame For Private Crypto, Hails New Era Of Digital Currencies

Ravi Menon, the Managing Director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has recently underscored the noticeable transformation in the monetary landscape, highlighting central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), tokenized bank liabilities, and regulated stablecoins emerging as key components.

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Tokenized Art Exhibit Heralds New Dawn for Fractionalized Ownership

A new Web3 company is launching a fully regulated platform to offer fractions of tokenized art by Picasso, Andy Warhol, Banksy and others. The post Tokenized Art Exhibit Heralds New Dawn for Fractionalized Ownership appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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What Avalanche's latest partnership means for AVAX prices

Investment firm Republic will launch its new tokenized security on Avalanche  Failing to react to the news, AVAX’s price has declined by almost 15% in the past 24 hours. Leading open-sourThe post What Avalanche's latest partnership means for AVAX prices appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Bitfinex Securities partners with Mikro Capital to pioneer tokenized bond

In an announcement shared with crypto.news on Nov. 15, Bitfinex Securities Ltd, the first global digital asset platform licensed and registered in the AIFC, has shared the news of its new tokenized bond, which has since gone live.

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New York MoMA now has tokenized artworks in its permanent collection

The museum’s acquisition of two NFTs marked its first on-chain and AI holdings.

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Singapore introduces 5 new pilots to test asset tokenization

The latest initiatives by the Monetary Authority of Singapore aim to develop foundational capabilities to scale tokenized markets.

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USDV stablecoin backed by tokenized treasuries launches

A new stablecoin called USDV has launched, claiming stability and transparency by pegging itself to tokenized U.S. Treasuries.

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HSBC taps Ripple’s Metaco to launch security token custody

HSBC has partnered with Ripple-owned tech firm Metaco to allow institutional investors to hold tokenized securities on its new custody platform.

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HSBC to Offer Tokenized Securities Custody Service for Institutions

The platform, planned for 2024, complements its new offering for tokenized gold as well as one for issuing digital assets.

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Hong Kong Finance Secretary Says New Tokenization Rules in the Pipeline

Hong Kong's Financial Services and Treasury Bureau has announced new fintech and tokenization initiatives, including regulatory clarity on tokenized securities and an Integrated Fund Platform. Visa also highlighted tokenization's potential.

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Bitfinex Securities to list tokenized bond denominated in USDT

Bitfinex Securities has announced the launch of its first tokenized bond offering. According to a tweet from Paolo Ardoino, the current CTO and incoming CEO of Bitfinex, this milestone marks a “new era for capital raises through deep liquid markets and stock/fond markets,” with Tether’s USDT.

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Bitfinex Securities announces tokenized bond

Paolo Ardoino, Bitfinex chief technology officer and incoming Tether CEO, said the “exciting” initiative marks the beginning of a new era in capital raising.

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BlackRock leverages JPMorgan’s new blockchain tools for instant collateral settlement with Barclay’s

BlackRock used tokenized shares from one of its money market funds as collateral in a derivatives transaction with Barclays, leveraging JPMorgan’s newly introduced Tokenized Collateral Network (TCN), a blockchain-driven collateral settlement platform, per a Bloomberg report on Oct.

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Will Solana's latest efforts promote SOL's TVL stability? This data shows...

Solana was to experiment with tokenized/synthetic assets on its network. The pursuit might breathe new life into Solana’s TVL. Over the last few weeks, we have seen blockchain networks agThe post Will Solana's latest efforts promote SOL's TVL stability? This data shows... appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Citi Token Services will provide payments, liquidity to institutional customers

The new blockchain-based service will use tokenized deposits for trading and liquidity services after two pilots.

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Citi just launched ‘tokenized deposits’ for institutional clients

Citi Token Services will help enable instant transfers globally. The new service will be accessible via its existing systems. Citi shares are down over 15% versus their year-to-date high. Citigroup Inc is in focus today after launching “tokenized deposits” for institutional clients.

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Coinbase, Circle, Aave, and more partner to launch Tokenized Asset Coalition

Several cryptocurrency industry members have joined forces to launch a new advocacy group, according to a press release on Sept. 7. The new group, called the Tokenized Asset Coalition, aims to have real-world assets represented and circulating on blockchain networks.

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Backed expands tokenized Real-World Assets to six new Blockchains

The developer of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), Backed, has announced that it will introduce its products to a number of new blockchains. The number of protocols and applications that can use Backed’s tokenized RWAs has increased thanks to its incorporation of Chainlink price feeds.

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Asset Tokenization in Europe Gets a Boost With Securitize's Landmark Tokenized Equity Issuance

The firm started issuing tokens representing equity in a Spanish real estate investment trust under Spain’s new digital asset supervision.

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Securitize issues tokenized assets in Spain, plans September trading start

The U.S.-based trading platform is set to become the first to issue and trade tokenized assets in both the U.S. and the EU, and will operate under the new DLT pilot regime.

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Avalanche Foundation allocates $50M to new tokenization program

Avalanche Foundation wants to promote tokenization on Avalanche with the $50 million program. The tokenized assets initiative is dubbed Avalanche Vista. A recent survey report suggested 77% of capital markets participants believe in tokenization of securities.

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Ripple Eyes Tokenized Assets Sector As It Expects Market Cap To Reach $30 Trillion

Ripple is best known for its XRP cryptocurrency and global payments network, but it is now setting its sights on the tokenized assets market. In its 2023 New Value report, the company believes blockchain technology can unlock trillions of dollars of value in the global financial system by tokenizing real-world assets like stocks, bonds, and real estate.

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Mastercard is Piloting Tokenized Bank Deposits in New UK Testbed

The card giant is launching what it calls a Multi-Token Network (MTN), which will begin by testing tokenized bank deposits and move onto experiments using stablecoins and CBDCs.

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Mastercard Is Piloting Tokenized Bank Deposits in New UK Testbed

The card giant is launching what it calls a Multi-Token Network (MTN), which will begin by testing tokenized bank deposits and move onto experiments using stablecoins and CBDCs.

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IMF envisions ‘new class’ of cross-border payment platform with single ledger

The XC platform could operate domestically using tokenized assets, including deposits, with or without CBDCs.

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OPNX Launches Native OX Token Despite Limited Tokenized Claims

OPNX attempts to boost trading volumes through new OX token amid limited tokenized bankruptcy claims. The post OPNX Launches Native OX Token Despite Limited Tokenized Claims appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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