Securitize, the world's largest asset tokenization platform, has announced the live deployment of Wormhole as its primary interoperability solution. This integration enables seamless cross-blockchain transfers for tokenized funds, including those with multiple share classes, enhancing liquidity and accessibility for institutional investors like BlackRock, Hamilton Lane, and KKR.
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Key Benefits of Wormhole Integration
- Cross-Chain Flexibility: Funds tokenized via Securitize can now move securely across all supported blockchains, leveraging Wormhole’s protocol for native transfers and dividend distributions.
- Institutional-Grade Solutions: Custom smart contracts allow tailored fund structures (e.g., BlackRock’s BUIDL with $642M AUM as of January 2025).
- Enhanced Liquidity: Investors gain access to on-chain yield opportunities and near-instant settlements.
Why Wormhole?
- Processes over $55B in cross-chain volume since 2020.
- Trusted by Google Cloud, Circle, and Uniswap.
- Supports 30+ blockchains, ensuring scalability.
Executive Insights
Carlos Domingo, CEO of Securitize:
“Wormhole provides the tools for multichain tokenized funds to scale securely, expanding investor access.”
Robinson Burkey, Wormhole Foundation:
“Multichain assets are pivotal for institutional on-chain finance.”
FAQs
Q: How does Wormhole improve tokenized funds?
A: Enables cross-chain transfers, yield opportunities, and instant dividends while maintaining custody flexibility.
Q: Which funds use Securitize’s platform?
A: BlackRock’s BUIDL, Hamilton Lane, and KKR’s tokenized offerings.
Q: Is there a minimum investment for BUIDL?
A: Yes—$5M for qualified investors under SEC Rule 506(c).
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About Securitize & Wormhole
| Entity | Role | Key Clients |
|------------------|-------------------------------------------|----------------------------|
| Securitize | SEC-registered transfer agent & ATS | BlackRock, KKR |
| Wormhole | Top interoperability platform | Google Cloud, Uniswap |
Disclosures
- BUIDL tokens carry risks: regulatory uncertainty, price volatility, and potential loss of principal.
- Securitize Markets receives fees from BlackRock for BUIDL placements, creating a conflict of interest.