"Public companies shouldn’t have to choose between traditional capital markets and blockchain infrastructure," stated Carlos Domingo, CEO of Securitize, as the company announced its partnership with Cantor to revolutionize initial public offerings (IPOs) through blockchain technology. This collaboration aims to integrate regulated blockchain systems directly into IPOs and follow-on stock sales, allowing companies to raise capital while adhering to existing capital market regulations.
The partnership, revealed on July 15, combines Cantor's expertise in equity capital markets with Securitize's infrastructure for issuing, distributing, and servicing tokenized securities. Securitize Markets, a broker-dealer registered with the SEC, will also play a crucial role in the offering and settlement processes. This model differentiates itself from existing tokenized stock products by incorporating blockchain technology into the original issuance phase.
Securitize has previously tokenized its own shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange, providing a practical framework for issuer-sponsored digital securities. The recent agreement follows Securitize's public listing on July 2, where it issued tokenized versions of its common shares on blockchain platforms like Solana and Avalanche, representing the same SECZ common stock. The two companies have not yet disclosed which firms will be the first to utilize this new model or when the inaugural offering will take place.
As Wall Street continues to embrace tokenization, major financial institutions are exploring ways to transition traditional securities onto blockchain networks. Initiatives like the one launched by DTCC, involving industry giants such as BlackRock and JPMorgan, reflect the growing interest in modernizing financial systems. The integration of blockchain into IPOs and follow-on offerings may significantly change how companies approach capital raising in the future.
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