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Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Securitize, RedStone Pilot ‘Trusted Single Source Oracle' to Secure Tokenized Fund NAVs
Securitize, one of the largest tokenized asset issuers, and oracle provider RedStone have released a whitepaper they say introduces a new model for securely verifying Net Asset Value (NAV) data on-chain, tailored specifically for tokenized private funds. The model, dubbed the Trusted Single Source Oracle (TSSO), is designed to address a key gap in decentralized finance (DeFi) infrastructure: how to reliably prove that each NAV update really comes from the trusted source — and hasn't been tampered with once it's on-chain. In traditional crypto markets, oracles pull data from multiple price feeds to guard against manipulation or errors. But for private funds, the NAV is calculated by a single fund administrator. That creates a unique problem: there's no way to double-check the number through market aggregation. For DeFi protocols that rely on accurate collateral values, this single point of trust has been a sticking point. The TSSO framework solves this by creating a cryptographically linked chain of NAV updates, according to the whitepaper. Each update includes a secure digital signature, a timestamp, a reference to the previous record, and a hash that locks the sequence together. The system uses two keys: a cold-stored 'root key' for major updates and a 'chain key' for small, routine changes that stay within tight thresholds. This design aims to balance high security with the practical need to refresh NAV data without constant manual work. 'We need to make sure that we can fully authenticate the information, that we can check that no one is compromising with the data, and we can only rely on a single source. That's why the whole process needs to be taken to the next level – so that's the challenge,' said Jakub Wojciechowski, the founder of RedStone, in an interview with CoinDesk. According to Wojciechowski, Securitize is taking the lead on the development of the product, 'building sort of like an internal blockchain, which is a chain with the price updates,' he said. 'We know that they will not miss any single price update, because the next price update is cryptographically connected to the previous one.' After that, 'once everything is properly signed, we gather the ability to verify that the data truly comes from the source.' Tokenized funds are widely seen as one of the next big growth areas for blockchain. But their success depends on bridging the trust gap between traditional finance and crypto infrastructure. While still early, the effort highlights the growing push to build institutional-grade infrastructure for DeFi. If widely adopted, models like TSSO could make it easier for tokenized funds to integrate with on-chain tools. Securitize said that it is already piloting TSSO with some of its clients, and that it hopes to make significant progress and have it more widely available soon. 'This is open to the industry, but for Securitize, it's very natural for the assets that we're dealing with,' said Jorge Serna, the Chief Product and Technology Officer at Securitize. 'We have been issuing treasury funds and credit funds for which either we're the transfer agent or the fund admin or perform both functions, and we are already, for those in particular, publishing the price feeds via Redstone. And so this is something that definitely we want to secure between Securitize and Redstone.'Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Arabian Post
19-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Tokenised RWA Market Rockets Past $23 Billion
The market capitalisation of tokenised Real‑World Assets has soared to over $23 billion, marking a surge of more than 260% since the start of the year, with private credit and US Treasury tokens accounting for the bulk of the growth. Leading the charge, tokenised private credit comprises roughly 58% of the total market, while tokenised US Treasuries make up about 34% of the overall valuation. The dramatic expansion reflects increasing demand for on‑chain exposure to established asset classes beyond cryptocurrencies, as investors seek yield and diversification within a regulated digital framework. Market participants have highlighted the clarity in evolving regulatory frameworks as a crucial catalyst. The enhanced transparency and legal recognition of tokenised assets in jurisdictions such as Abu Dhabi Global Market are encouraging institutional players to engage more actively. Concurrently, technology platforms and traditional finance firms are racing to establish token issuance and trading infrastructure. ADVERTISEMENT One of the most prominent sector players, Securitize Inc., provides a full-stack platform enabling compliant tokenisation across asset types. As of May 2025, the firm has issued over $4 billion on‑chain, including $2.8 billion in tokenised US Treasury exposure, commanding more than 70% share of tokenised US Treasury products. Its leadership on tokenised private credit is also significant, with major asset managers like Apollo and BlackRock utilising the platform for their tokenised offerings. Private credit, defined as non‑bank lending embedded in project, corporate, and direct lending vehicles, has long been one of the fastest‑growing alternative asset classes. Currently valued at an estimated $2–3 trillion globally, private credit forms a natural fit for tokenisation, enabling fractionated access, faster settlement, and enhanced transparency. By bridging direct lending with blockchain infrastructure, tokenisation platforms are opening access to smaller investors and unlocking liquidity for traditionally illiquid instruments. US Treasury tokens have also gained rapid traction. In October 2024, Abu Dhabi‑based Realize launched a tokenised US Treasury ETF fund targeting $200 million assets. This initiative marked the first tokenised Treasury fund domiciled in Abu Dhabi Global Market, reflecting the growing confidence in sovereign debt tokens. Growth to date appears driven by institutional interest, but emerging trends suggest growing participation from global wealth firms, family offices, and retail platforms. Securitize has onboarded numerous institutional investors and is planning retail channels in collaboration with custodians like Anchorage Digital, BitGo, and Copper. Regulatory clarity is playing a defining role. US leadership from figures such as Securitize's CEO appearing before House Financial Services, along with the Commodities Futures Trading Commission and Securities and Exchange Commission's deliberations, is building a foundation for mainstream adoption. Internationally, regulatory sandbox setups—like Abu Dhabi's—are providing live environments for tokenised asset experimentation. As the total market cap moves beyond $23 billion, key drivers include mature tokenisation platforms, growing regulator engagement, and rising investor demand for yield-bearing digital assets within compliant frameworks. Whether private credit and Treasury tokens continue to dominate depends on lasting improvements in interoperability, standardisation, and token issuance efficiency. Going forward, momentum may attract tokenisation of other asset types—real estate, commodities, infrastructure debt and equity. Yet challenges such as secondary market liquidity, cross‑chain compatibility, and investor education remain to be addressed. Leading infrastructure providers and asset managers appear intent on solving these, which may mutate tokenised RWAs from a niche tool into a mainstream financial innovation.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BlackRock's $2.9B Tokenized Treasury Fund Now Accepted as Collateral on Crypto.com, Deribit
The largest tokenized U.S. Treasury fund, the BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL), can now be used as collateral on two of the most active crypto trading platforms, and Deribit, issuer Securitize said in a Wednesday press release. The listings allow institutional traders to post BUIDL tokens as margin for leveraged trades on those two exchanges, while also earning yield on the underlying token. The tokenized Treasury market is one of the fastest-growing sectors among tokenized assets, growing about 400% in the past year to over $7 billion in market capitalization, data show. These tokens let investors earn a yield on their idle cash, just like a money market fund, but without leaving the blockchain environment. They are also increasingly being used as collateral for trading. With $2.9 billion in assets, BUIDL is the largest of the tokenized Treasury funds and is backed by a short-term yield-bearing portfolio of cash and U.S. Treasuries. "Tokenized Treasuries are being actively used to improve capital efficiency and risk management across some of the industry's most sophisticated trading venues, while still offering yield," Securitize CEO Carlos Domingo said in the statement. "The [BUIDL] fund is evolving from a yield-bearing token into a core component of crypto market infrastructure." Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Forbes
18-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Major Crypto Exchanges To Accept BlackRock's $2.9 Billion Tokenized Money Market Fund As Collateral
Riobert Mitchnick (left), head of digital assets at BlackRock, and Michael Sonnenshein, COO at Securitize For years, crypto traders posting collateral on exchanges have faced a tough tradeoff: use stablecoins like USDC or tether, which are, well, stable but pay no yield, or roll the dice with volatile assets like bitcoin and ether, risking a double hit when markets turn south: losses on your trade and on the collateral backing it. Collateral plays a critical role in crypto. It's the security deposit behind leveraged bets, ensuring traders can cover their losses when things don't go their way. But until now, the options were limited: stable but idle, or productive but unpredictable. Now, there's a third way. BlackRock's BUIDL, the asset manager's first money market fund issued on a public blockchain in partnership with tokenization specialist Securitize, will become accepted as collateral on and Deribit, two of the industry's largest exchanges. That means institutional and experienced traders of these platforms can now post a yield-bearing, blockchain-native version of U.S. Treasurys to back trades. Because BUIDL is both less volatile and income-generating (it currently pays around 4.5% annually), exchanges can offer lower minimum collateral requirements, freeing up more capital for traders to deploy elsewhere. 'This is a major turning point,' says Michael Sonnenshein, COO at Securitize. 'We're really starting to see not just the emergence but a real solidification of tokenized securities becoming a challenger to stablecoins as the common denominator across the crypto ecosystem. They're now becoming what we would consider programmable productive capital, as opposed to just a passive investment instrument used for yield or a safe place to park capital.' Since its launch in March 2024, BUIDL has grown to $2.9 billion in assets. Its largest holders include Ondo Finance, which tokenizes real-world assets, and Ethena Labs, the creator of the USDe stablecoin. which says it serves over 140 million users globally, will make BUIDL available as collateral to institutional clients in select jurisdictions across its full suite of services, including spot, margin, derivatives, and OTC trading, according to President and COO Eric Anziani. Deribit, the largest crypto options exchange with over $1.1 trillion in volume in 2024, will allow institutional clients to post BUIDL as collateral for futures and options trading, and make it available on its spot exchange. Historically, most of collateral on Deribit has been denominated in bitcoin. 'In the end, it boils down to choice and efficiency,' says the exchange's CEO Luuk Strijers. '80-85% of our business is institutional, and we are getting more of these traditional firms that don't necessarily hold a lot of crypto but hold a lot of dollars and don't want to miss out on yield.' The integration could also accelerate adoption across the industry. Coinbase, the largest crypto exchange in the U.S., is in the process of acquiring Deribit for $2.9 billion. So BUIDL could soon be available across Coinbase's broader ecosystem, bringing tokenized Treasurys even deeper into the crypto trading stack.
Morocco World
06-06-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Unlocking FinTech's Future: Why Blockchain Integration Is Reshaping the Financial Industry
In the ever-evolving world of financial technology, standing still isn't an option. As the landscape grows more complex, the demand for secure, transparent, and scalable infrastructure becomes critical. That's where crypto solutions for fintech projects come into play. Blockchain technology, once seen as a buzzword, is now proving to be a backbone for innovation, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in modern finance. Why FinTech Apps Need Blockchain: The Case for a Seamless Tech Synergy FinTech isn't just about flashy mobile apps or faster payments anymore. It's about trust, resilience, and long-term value. And that's exactly what blockchain integration offers. Take the case of Abra, a decentralized wallet and banking app leveraging blockchain to enable real-time P2P money transfers globally without middlemen. Or look at Securitize, which facilitates compliant digital securities trading across multiple exchanges using a blockchain-powered protocol. These are no longer fringe experiments; they're real-world FinTech applications solving real pain points. So, why are financial institutions betting big on blockchain? Because traditional systems are being outpaced by user expectations. As finance becomes increasingly digitized, blockchain is emerging as the key to bridging the gap between legacy infrastructures and next-gen services. The Core Benefits of Blockchain Solutions in FinTech Here is what businesses get from integrating blockchain solutions: Enhanced security. Blockchain's decentralized nature drastically lowers the risk of hacks and data manipulation. Every record is encrypted and stored across a decentralized network, making it incredibly tough for bad actors to alter transaction data. This ensures that financial transactions remain protected and compliant, which is vital for any FinTech product handling sensitive user information. Improved transparency. Blockchain brings full visibility into financial operations. All transactions are time-stamped and immutable, enabling users and auditors to verify activities instantly. This level of transparency fosters trust not just among users, but also between financial services providers and regulators. Automation and efficiency. By embedding blockchain solutions such as smart contracts, FinTech platforms can automate routine tasks — from KYC validation to fund disbursement — without the need for intermediaries. This means faster execution, fewer errors, and streamlined compliance. Data integrity and risk mitigation. Once data is added to the blockchain, it can't be altered. This ensures the accuracy and integrity of regulatory records, customer data, and transactional histories. With built-in auditability, businesses reduce risks tied to fraud, AML violations, or misreporting, directly contributing to smarter business development strategies. The shift is already underway. From cross-border payments to tokenized assets, blockchain is revolutionizing how financial institutions interact with users and each other. And this transformation isn't just hype — it's backed by serious investment and proven use cases. For developers, founders, or traders considering blockchain for their next big idea, the message is clear: integration is no longer optional. It's a competitive edge. Tags: blockchainFintech Africa
