Assetera Teams Up with Polygon to Launch Europe’s First Regulated Marketplace for Tokenized Real-World Assets

Assetera Teams Up with Polygon to Launch Europe’s First Regulated Marketplace for Tokenized Real-World Assets

Blockchain investment firm Assetera has partnered with Polygon to create Europe’s first regulated platform for trading tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). The new marketplace will allow investors to trade tokenized versions of securities, funds, and money market instruments in a secure digital space.

Leveraging Polygon's Ethereum-based scaling solution, Assetera aims to ensure fast, low-cost transactions. The platform will rely on stablecoins for seamless purchasing, clearing, and settlement.

Operating under the MiFID II regulatory framework, Assetera holds a virtual asset service provider (VASP) license. The firm is also preparing to comply with the forthcoming Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations, which will enable it to broaden its services across the EU. Accessible to both retail and institutional investors, the platform reflects the increasing shift toward the tokenization of traditional financial instruments like bonds and commodities. This transition promises greater speed and transparency in asset trading.

Experts anticipate significant growth in the tokenized asset market by 2030, with estimates ranging from $1.3 trillion to $16 trillion. Major financial players like Goldman Sachs are also planning to expand their tokenization offerings in response to rising market demand.