163 stories about Tokenization from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Oct 24, 2026.
The SEC’s Division of Examinations has named tokenization and “super intelligence and other advanced technologies” as focus areas for its 2027 market examinations. Crypto itself does not appear as a separate examination category, putting the emphasis on risks tied to specific technologies and products.
Jim Ferraioli, head of crypto research at Charles Schwab, highlighted the growth of real-world asset tokenization and declining Bitcoin volatility as signs that blockchain utility is decoupling from traditional crypto cycles.
JPMorgan plans to bring JPM Coin, its token representing dollar deposits, to the Ethereum blockchain. The move is aimed at reaching a wider selection of institutional clients, though the report provides no launch date or further rollout details.
Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley are treating tokenization as a potential source of new business, not simply a challenge to traditional finance. They see opportunities in trading and faster payments, while advisers may help clients navigate tokenized assets.
In a recent interview on Raoul Pal's 'The Journey Man,' Crypto Banter founder Ran Neuner shared why he believes crypto is entering its first fundamentals-driven bull market. Neuner highlighted autonomous AI agent transactions, tokenization, and gamified social trading as the primary catalysts for altcoin outperformance.
DRW and Marex have completed what the announcement describes as the first over-the-counter swap referencing a fully tokenized index. The trade was executed on Derivnex through the Canton Network and used data from Kaiko.
BNY and Citadel Securities tested whether blockchain-based U.S. Treasury bonds could help trading firms move collateral faster between settlement and financing. The test highlights a practical Wall Street use for tokenization: making assets easier to transfer when firms need them to support trades or raise funding.
Federated Hermes is working with Prometheum to offer blockchain-based share classes of its funds through traditional brokerage accounts. The Pittsburgh-based manager oversees $911 billion, but the announcement details provided do not specify which funds will be included or when the shares will launch.
In a discussion with Anthony Pompliano, strategist Jordy Visser argued that traditional macro fears overlook a tech-driven economy. He noted that the rise of personal AI agents will require instant cryptographic settlement, providing structural tailwinds for digital assets in the fourth quarter.
The IMF says investors are using blockchain-based shares for smaller trades and transactions outside regular market hours. But it warns that tokenized stocks remain volatile and hard to trade smoothly, while legal protections and settlement infrastructure are still catching up.
Tether, the issuer of USDT, has signed a deal with Kazakhstan’s central bank to explore a tenge-pegged stablecoin and tokenize real-world assets. This partnership aims to advance Kazakhstan’s crypto adoption and blockchain infrastructure. The collaboration follows Kazakhstan’s recent decree to accelerate crypto adoption and position itself as a crypto hub.
Over 60 U.S. stocks, including Nvidia and Tesla, will be tokenized and traded onchain. The platform will operate 24/7, using stablecoins and liquidity pools instead of traditional order books. This move could democratize stock trading by offering round-the-clock access and lower barriers to entry.
Macro strategist Jordi Visser argues that autonomous AI agents are becoming the killer application for blockchain infrastructure, triggering a wave of Wall Street FOMO as digital assets show resilience against macroeconomic headwinds.
BlackRock is exploring tokenized investment portfolios that could be traded and rebalanced in real-time. This move follows a trend of traditional finance embracing blockchain for asset management. A recent survey found that 71% of UK finance leaders expect tokenization to reshape financial services.
Bitmine Chairman Tom Lee predicts a major breakout for Ethereum following years of rangebound trading, driven by tokenization and institutional adoption. Speaking on Coinage, Lee also revealed that Bitmine is nearing its goal of holding 5% of all circulating ETH.
Macro analyst Jordy Visser argues that despite interest rate hikes and broader market headwinds, digital assets are breaking out as autonomous AI agents begin populating crypto infrastructure.
Following the SEC's innovation exemption for tokenized equities, Robinhood Crypto lead Johan detailed plans to expand onchain stock offerings while forecasting a full convergence between traditional and blockchain-based markets.
BlackRock and Ondo have launched three onchain portfolio tokens based on BlackRock's model strategies. This move signals a growing trend of traditional finance institutions embracing blockchain technology for investment products.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued guidance allowing commodities firms to invest in tokenized assets and use blockchain records. This move signals growing acceptance of blockchain technology in traditional finance.
ARK Invest is tokenizing its $1.3 billion ARK Venture Fund (ARKVX), which includes investments in OpenAI and Anthropic, using Securitize's platform. This move brings exposure to private tech companies onchain, starting on Ethereum.
CFTC Chairman Selig has called for markets to prepare for mass tokenization and 24/7 trading, warning that the shift is inevitable as the Trump administration pushes a financial market overhaul.
Canada's six largest banks are testing a system to transfer digital commercial deposits between themselves. This could eventually connect to broader digital asset ecosystems, making bank transfers faster and cheaper.
Google and Apple are actively hiring experts in stablecoins and tokenized deposits, signaling potential future projects in these areas. This move indicates Big Tech's growing interest in crypto infrastructure. The roles cover consumer payment products and institutional blockchain services, particularly in Asia.
JPMorgan and Citi are moving billions in tokenized deposits, but only within their own institutions. A U.K. challenger bank is set to break this mold by offering tokenization services to the public. This highlights the current divide in tokenization between Wall Street giants and retail consumers.