Tokenization is the process of using blockchain and smart contracts to create digital tokens that represent ownership or rights associated with an underlying digital or physical asset. Assets can range from financial instruments like stocks and bonds to non-financial items such as real estate and even identity credentials. By embedding data on a blockchain, tokenization promises enhanced transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in asset management and transactions.

On this edition of The Fuse Podcast by A&O Shearman, we are joined by:

• Morgan Krupetsky, the head of ecosystem growth for institutions at Ava Labs, a core contributor to the Avalanche Protocol.
• Keerthi Mougdal, head of product at Onyx Digital Assets, J.P. Morgan's blockchain platform for tokenized digital assets.
• Dario DeMartino, one of our partners and the co-chair of our global fintech and blockchain group, whose specialization is in cryptocurrency and digital assets.

In our conversation, we delve into the intricacies of tokenization, blockchain technology, and smart contracts, exploring both their potential and limitations, as well as the key considerations from a legal and regulatory perspective.

This is a rich dialogue on the current state and future potential of asset tokenization, offering valuable perspectives for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of digital assets.

You can read the transcript below.