BlackRock’s Innovative Leap: Tokenizing ETFs for the Blockchain Revolution

BlackRock, a prominent player in the financial world, is stepping into the realm of blockchain technology with ambitious plans to tokenize exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This follows the success of its iShares Bitcoin ETF and suggests a strategic shift toward digital assets. Sources have revealed that BlackRock is exploring how ETFs linked to stocks and other real-world assets could be issued and traded directly on blockchain networks. This marks a significant move for the firm, who already operates the BUIDL digital liquidity fund, surpassing $2 billion in market value.