tokenization

Tokenization, when applied to data security, is the process of substituting a sensitive data element with a non-sensitive equivalent, referred to as a token, that has no extrinsic or exploitable meaning or value. The token is a reference that maps back to the sensitive data through a tokenization system.

Kraken Owner Payward and Nasdaq Form Tokenization Pact

Kraken Owner Payward and Nasdaq Form Tokenization Pact
Kraken Owner Payward and Nasdaq Form Tokenization Pact
March 09, 2026  |  Partnerships

Kraken parent Payward launched a tokenization-focused partnership with Nasdaq, according to a Monday (March 9) news release. The collaboration will see the two companies develop...

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Tokenized Real-World Asset Value Jumps Fourfold to $26 Billion
Tokenized Real-World Asset Value Jumps Fourfold to $26 Billion
March 08, 2026  |  Blockchain

The value of tokenized real-world assets has reportedly increased nearly fourfold in the last year. These assets have surpassed $26.4 billion in on-chain value, up...

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Tokenized Securities Move Closer to Mainstream Finance After New Guidance
Tokenized Securities Move Closer to Mainstream Finance After New Guidance
March 06, 2026  |  Bank Regulation

Innovation versus regulation is no longer the defining framework of the blockchain finance space. Instead, as a Thursday (March 5) technical clarification issued jointly by...

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Standard Chartered Picks JPMorgan Vet Naveen Mallela to Run Payments Unit
Standard Chartered Picks JPMorgan Vet Naveen Mallela to Run Payments Unit
March 04, 2026  |  Personnel

Standard Chartered named JPMorgan Chase’s former blockchain unit leader to oversee its payments business. Naveen Mallela will become the bank’s global head of payments starting...

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Binance Teams With Ondo to Offer Tokenized Securities
Binance Teams With Ondo to Offer Tokenized Securities
February 24, 2026  |  Partnerships

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is offering tokenized securities on its Binance Alpha platform, according to a Tuesday (Feb. 24) announcement. The company joined forces with Ondo,...

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Discover Network Shows How Sharing Data Can Turn the Tide on Fraud
Discover Network Shows How Sharing Data Can Turn the Tide on Fraud
February 20, 2026  |  Cybersecurity

Fraud is no longer a marginal cost of doing business. Instead, it is a fast-moving, adaptive threat that cuts across eCommerce, digital payments, account access...

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Figure Debuts Tokenized Stock on Its OPEN Network
Figure Debuts Tokenized Stock on Its OPEN Network
February 19, 2026  |  Blockchain

Figure is reportedly introducing a tokenized class of stock that trades on blockchain rails. Company officials told Coindesk Thursday (Feb. 19) that Figure’s FGRD token will be...

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Banks Target Q4 Launch for Tokenized Deposit Network
Banks Target Q4 Launch for Tokenized Deposit Network
February 18, 2026  |  Blockchain

A tokenized deposit network built by five banks and a blockchain-based platform led by former Comptroller of the Currency Gene Ludwig is expected to be available...

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