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Securitize Secures EU License to Bridge US and EU Tokenized Securities Markets
11/29/2025, 1:46:03 PM
Regulatory Milestone Achieved
Securitize, a prominent platform for tokenizing real-world assets, has received a license from Spain’s National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) to operate a Digital Trading and Settlement System (TSS) under the European Union’s DLT Pilot Regime. This approval positions Securitize as the only firm authorized to operate regulated digital securities infrastructure across both the United States and the European Union, thereby enhancing its role in the global digital asset market.
Background on Securitize's Growth
In December 2024, Securitize obtained an Investment Firm license in Spain, which encompasses key functions such as order execution, custody operations, and transfer-agent services. This license has since been extended across multiple EU countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. The recent authorization under the DLT Pilot Regime allows Securitize to create a fully integrated trading and settlement environment, merging the roles of a Multilateral Trading Facility and a Central Securities Depository into a single digital framework.
Technical Foundation and Future Plans
Securitize has chosen the Avalanche blockchain as the technical foundation for its new European operations, citing its fast transaction finality and adaptable architecture as critical advantages for regulated capital markets. The platform will facilitate the regulated issuance, secondary trading, and settlement of tokenized securities, marking a significant advancement from its previous roles focused on digital transfer-agent functions and broker-dealer services. Securitize anticipates executing its first issuance under the new system in early 2026.
Implications for Global Capital Markets
The dual regulatory approval in both the US and EU is seen as a significant step toward creating a unified compliance framework across two of the world’s largest financial markets. Securitize CEO Carlos Domingo stated, “Becoming the only firm licensed to operate regulated digital-securities infrastructure across both the U.S. and the EU puts us in a unique position to connect issuers and investors across the world’s two largest financial markets.” This development is expected to facilitate more efficient trading of tokenized assets, effectively bridging the gap between US and EU markets.
Criticism and Concerns
While the approval has been largely welcomed, some industry observers express caution regarding the pace of blockchain adoption in regulated environments. Concerns have been raised about the potential for regulatory hurdles and the need for robust compliance measures as Securitize expands its operations. Critics argue that while the initiative is promising, the actual implementation and market acceptance will determine its success.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Tokenizing the world means removing the borders that have historically fragmented global capital markets,” — Carlos Domingo, CEO of Securitize
- “Ava Labs President John Wu said: “ This is a major milestone for Europe’s tokenized markets and shows how institutional-grade blockchain infrastructure can unlock new levels of speed, transparency, and efficiency.” — John Wu, President of Ava Labs
What's Next
Market participants are closely monitoring Securitize's progress as it prepares to launch its new platform. The anticipated first issuance in early 2026 is expected to draw significant attention, potentially influencing the future landscape of tokenized capital markets in Europe and beyond.
