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Securitize x Apollo – Tokenizing Private Credit & Expanding On-Chain Finance Today, we’re announcing a major milestone in on-chain private credit. Securitize has partnered with Apollo Global Management, Inc. to launch the Apollo Diversified Credit Securitize Fund $ACRED, bringing tokenized private credit to institutional and accredited investors. Now available on the Aptos Labs, Avalanche, Ethereum, Ink, Polygon Labs, and Solana Foundation networks, this fund represents a significant step in expanding access to alternative credit strategies. More details below. ?? $ACRED provides tokenized access to Apollo Diversified Credit Fund, a diversified credit strategy investing in: ? Corporate direct lending ? Asset-backed lending ? Performing, dislocated and structured credit. https://lnkd.in/eCcebXme $ACRED simplifies the operational process with: ? Native redemptions at daily NAV ? Seamless transactions across multiple chains ? Interoperability is powered by @Wormhole, enhancing liquidity and accessibility for institutional and accredited investors ?? Carlos Domingo, Co-founder and CEO of Securitize added: “Apollo’s expertise in private credit makes them an ideal partner in tokenizing this category of real-world assets (“RWA”), unlocking broader opportunities for investors.” To further expand the tokenized RWA ecosystem, Securitize is integrating with Ink and Solana Foundation. These partnerships mark an important milestone in our mission to make tokenized real-world assets accessible to more investors. https://lnkd.in/eB5KuXQJ ?? “Tokenizing private funds on public blockchains has been one of the best use cases for on-chain finance and we are excited to expand Securitize’s suite of RWAs into these new ecosystems.” – Michael Sonnenshein, COO, Securitize

From TradFi to DeFi: A billion dollars on-chain. Within just one year, the BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL) has gone from a vision to crossing $1B in AUM. A huge thank you to our partners who have been part of this journey. Anchorage Digital, Aptos Labs, Arbitrum, Avalanche, BitGo, BNY, Circle, Coinbase, Copper.co, Ethena Labs, Ethereum, Fireblocks, Frax Finance (ES), Komainu, Midas, Mountain Protocol, OpenEden, Optimism Foundation, Polygon Labs, QCP, RedStone Oracles, RWA.xyz, Velo Labs, Wintermute, Wormhole, Zero Hash, Zodia Custody This is not just a milestone; it’s the beginning of a larger movement to unlock global finance through tokenization. Together, we are making history. On-chain finance is here and it’s #BuiltOnBUIDL View our Full Ecosystem: https://lnkd.in/epwrJvPh?

On-chain finance is here and it’s #BuiltOnBUIDL We are thrilled to announce that the BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL), tokenized by Securitize, has reached $1 billion in assets under management (AUM). This marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the tokenization market. As an industry pioneer, BUIDL is helping to bridge the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi), ushering in a new era of institutional-grade digital asset liquidity. The journey is just beginning—stay tuned for more updates! ?? https://lnkd.in/edn9qnyJ

???? Headed to Future Proof? Let’s talk digital assets.? The way advisors and asset managers approach alts is evolving as crypto and tokenized assets are opening new doors. At Future Proof, we’re ready to discuss how advisors can integrate digital assets and leverage model strategies from leading asset managers. Securitize team members will be on-site to connect, answer questions, and dive into how crypto, SMAs from leading asset managers, and SEC-registered funds can fit into modern portfolios. ?? Want to meet up? Fill out the form below, and a member of our team will be in touch ?? https://lnkd.in/eaF7ZRtR

Latham & Watkins: Legal Expertise for the Digital Asset Era As a Gold Sponsor of Tokenize.NYC, Latham & Watkins is at the forefront of legal innovation for blockchain and tokenization, helping institutions navigate complex regulatory landscapes. Their expertise supports the growth of real-world asset tokenization, ensuring legal clarity as the industry scales. Stay tuned for insights from Tokenize.NYC—follow us for updates straight from the event. ??

Securitize has selected RedStone Oracles as the oracle provider for BUIDL and ACRED, unlocking new DeFi use cases for tokenized funds. “Institutional investors, private equity firms, and credit managers are turning to tokenization to enhance efficiency, reduce operational friction, and improve liquidity for private markets,” Securitize Co-Founder & CEO, Carlos Domingo, shared with Cointelegraph Read the full article ???? https://lnkd.in/eJ8m_QcJ

Securitize x RedStone ??? We’re excited to announce that RedStone Oracles has been selected as Securitize’s first blockchain oracle partner, bringing all its tokenized assets to DeFi Ecosystems. This partnership ensures cutting-edge oracle solutions underpin tokenized real-world asset (RWA) offerings from the world’s largest asset managers. Learn More ?? This collaboration ensures precise and reliable price feeds for tokenized RWAs, expanding their use cases in DeFi ecosystems like money markets and collateral platforms. ?? Full release: https://lnkd.in/e4AWsbtn Why RedStone? RedStone’s innovative architecture brings unmatched data accuracy and integrity to power Securitize’s tokenized products. ?? Carlos Domingo, Co-founder and CEO of Securitize: “Our partnership with RedStone allows us to not only transact with tokenized securities on-chain, but also integrate them into existing DeFi infrastructure and develop entirely new DeFi primitives.” As tokenized assets redefine global finance, this partnership positions Securitize for exponential growth in DeFi by supporting seamless RWA integration on public blockchains.

RWA.xyz: The Data Hub for Tokenized Finance Real-world asset tokenization is scaling fast, and RWA.xyz is delivering the data to track it. From tokenized treasuries to private credit and beyond, RWA.xyz provides the analytics needed to navigate the future of on-chain finance. ?? Follow us for highlights from Tokenize.NYC to explore what’s next in RWA adoption. Learn More: https://www.tokenize.nyc/

Borderless Capital: Investing in the Future of Web3 Borderless is a leading Web3-native investment manager focused on fostering dynamic blockchain ecosystems and supporting the next generation of founders. As a Diamond Sponsor of Tokenize.NYC, Borderless Capital is driving institutional adoption and shaping the future of real-world asset tokenization. ?? Stay connected for insights from Tokenize.NYC—follow us for updates throughout the event!

In this week's newsletter edition... Bybit Rewards Clients Using Ethena's USDtb; Securitize Appoints New Chief Legal Officer; White House Digital Assets Summit; Alexis Ohanian's TikTok Blockchain Bid; and RWA Tokenization Driving Innovation.