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Securitize Grows Tokenized Volume but Faces Rising Costs and Losses
Securitize processed $5.3 billion in tokenized transactions last quarter, but revenue fell and costs surged, leading to a $5.5 million adjusted EBITDA loss as fewer integrations were completed
Wintermute USA Registers as Broker-Dealer to Enter US Securities Market
Wintermute USA has gained SEC and FINRA broker-dealer registration, enabling direct trading of stocks, options, and ETF participation. The move positions the crypto market maker to expand into tokenized securities and regulated US markets.
Dinari Brings Tokenized S&P 500 Stocks to US Crypto Wallets
Dinari now lets eligible US investors trade 724 tokenized US stocks, including the full S&P 500, directly from self-custody wallets using USDC across four blockchains, expanding access to tokenized equities for retail users
Wall Street Turns to Ethereum for Tokenized Assets
Ethereum's smart contracts, token standards, and market links are drawing BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and other firms into on-chain funds and real-world assets while legal, custody, and liquidity risks remain unresolved
Zimbabwe Tests Blockchain Tokenization in Regulatory Sandbox Push
Zimbabwe's securities regulator is allowing seven fintech projects to test blockchain-based products under supervision, with most focused on tokenizing assets and infrastructure. The move signals a cautious approach to blockchain adoption in regulated finance.
Metaplanet Acquisition Sets Stage for Bitcoin-Backed Bonds in Japan
Metaplanet's $13M purchase of Siiibo Securities gives it a key license to issue and distribute securities in Japan, paving the way for a new market in Bitcoin-backed bonds and signaling a broader capital markets strategy.
Tokenized Stocks Depend on Alpaca as DTCC Prepares to Enter Market
Despite promises of decentralization, nearly all tokenized U.S. equities rely on a single California broker for custody and clearing, raising new questions as DTCC readies its own blockchain tokenization service