BlackRock is advancing plans to tokenize exchange-traded funds after the success of its spot Bitcoin products. Sources indicate the firm is exploring blockchain-based versions of funds linked to real-world assets such as equities and bonds.
Tokenization could allow ETFs to trade around the clock, enable fractional ownership, and reduce settlement times.
While the firm has not yet specified which funds may be tokenized, the initiative follows strong performance from its Bitcoin ETF IBIT and tokenized fund BUIDL. CEO Larry Fink has previously stated that every financial asset will eventually be tokenized, positioning BlackRock as a leader in this shift.
The move comes as Nasdaq seeks regulatory approval to support tokenized equities and ETPs on its exchange. Analysts believe BlackRock’s scale could push other firms to follow. If successful, tokenized ETFs could open new access for both institutions and retail investors globally, marking a major step toward modernizing finance by moving it onto blockchain rails.
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