IMF Says Tokenization Boosts Efficiency but Raises Financial Stability Risks
The IMF highlights tokenization’s potential to improve finance while warning of risks to stability, capital flows, and monetary sovereignty.
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Social finance, frequently referred to in the Web3 space as SocialFi, is the intersection of decentralized finance and social media networking. It allows content creators, influencers, and everyday users to monetize their online interactions, digital identities, and community engagement directly through blockchain technology. These platforms operate by tokenizing social influence, enabling users to buy, sell, or trade assets tied to specific creators, often in the form of social tokens or digital keys. Smart contracts ensure that revenue from content consumption or community access is distributed fairly and transparently, bypassing traditional corporate intermediaries. By natively integrating financial incentives into social interaction, social finance aims to create a more equitable and censorship-resistant internet economy.
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NYSE Partners with Securitize to Advance Tokenized Securities Market
NYSE teams up with Securitize to build infrastructure for tokenized securities and blockchain-based settlement.
Nasdaq Gains SEC Approval for Tokenized Securities Trading Pilot
Nasdaq has received SEC approval to pilot tokenized trading of stocks and ETFs, marking a controlled step toward blockchain integration in traditional markets.
Australian Senate Committee Backs Crypto Platform Licensing Bill
An Australian Senate committee has recommended passing a bill that would require crypto exchanges and tokenization platforms to obtain financial services licenses.
Tokenized RWAs Reach $23.6B as Demand for 24/7 Markets Grows
Tokenized real-world assets have grown to $23.6 billion in 2026, led by funds, commodities, and equities as investors seek blockchain-based markets with continuous trading access.
Nasdaq and Kraken Partner to Develop Tokenized Stock Infrastructure
Nasdaq has partnered with crypto exchange Kraken to develop infrastructure for tokenized equities, aiming to connect traditional capital markets with blockchain-based trading systems.
BTC Markets Seeks License to Offer Tokenized Real-World Asset Trading
Australian crypto exchange BTC Markets plans to apply for a license to offer tokenized real-world assets as institutional interest in tokenization accelerates globally.
ProShares GENIUS ETF Debut Strengthens Tokenized Money Fund Case
ProShares’ GENIUS money market ETF posted $17 billion in first-day volume, highlighting rising demand for cash-management vehicles as tokenized funds and stablecoins reshape liquidity markets.
NYDIG Says Crypto’s Investable Universe Is Narrowing
NYDIG research indicates capital in crypto is concentrating around financial use cases, with fewer applications attracting durable investor interest. The shift may clarify long-term winners while…
Soil Launches RLUSD Yield Protocol on XRP Ledger
Soil has introduced a compliant real-world asset-backed yield protocol for RLUSD on the XRP Ledger, offering institutional-style returns and expanding stablecoin utility.