Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization platform Securitize officially listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker SECZ. On the first day of listing, it simultaneously tokenized approximately $295 million worth of common stock on-chain, deployed on the Solana and Avalanche blockchains, becoming the first listed company globally to fully tokenize its own stock on the day of listing.
SECZ Stock On-Chain on Day One: $295 Million in Common Stock Deployed on Solana and Avalanche
According to Securitize's official statement, the tokenized stock on the first day of listing directly represents ownership of the company's common stock, not common synthetic assets or mirrored tokens; on-chain equity is consistent with the traditional shareholder register, with shareholder rights, share count, and the company's capital structure synchronized.
The decision to deploy on both Solana and Avalanche was mainly due to the two public chains' fast transaction speeds, low transaction costs, and mature development ecosystems. The goal is to enhance the liquidity and usage efficiency of on-chain stocks, and to provide institutions the ability to choose the appropriate blockchain environment based on their needs.
Securitize's Financial Regulatory Qualifications: Broker-Dealer, ATS, and Transfer Agent
According to reports, Securitize has obtained multiple U.S. financial regulatory qualifications that support the entire on-chain securities issuance process:
U.S. Securities Broker-Dealer: Holds an SEC-approved broker-dealer license, allowing legal execution of securities transactions
Alternative Trading System (ATS): Holds FINRA and SEC recognized ATS qualification, providing a regulated trading venue for on-chain stocks
Transfer Agent: Responsible for maintaining the shareholder register and handling equity transfers, ensuring on-chain stocks are consistent with traditional shareholder records
Securitize also acts as the issuer, transfer agent, and digital securities platform for SECZ, ensuring that on-chain equity operates legally within the regulatory framework.
Carlos Domingo: SECZ Remains a Regulated Security, Must Comply with U.S. KYC, AML, and Investor Qualification Requirements
According to a public statement by Securitize CEO Carlos Domingo, he said that if Securitize itself did not put its stock on-chain, it would be difficult to convince the market that this model is viable. Therefore, they chose to complete tokenization on the first day of listing, directly verifying the practical application capabilities of the relevant technology and system.
Carlos Domingo also emphasized that SECZ is still a regulated security, and all transactions must comply with U.S. securities laws, including investor qualification verification, KYC, AML, and other regulatory requirements; on-chain stocks have not left the existing financial regulatory system, but rather add new ways of holding and trading under the current framework.
Securitize's Partner Institutions: BlackRock, Apollo, KKR, BUIDL is One of the World's Largest Tokenized U.S. Treasury Funds
According to reports, Securitize is currently one of the most representative RWA infrastructure companies globally, with partners including large financial institutions such as BlackRock, Apollo, KKR, Hamilton Lane, and VanEck.
The BlackRock BUIDL USD tokenized fund, issued with the assistance of Securitize, is currently one of the world's largest tokenized U.S. Treasury funds. Securitize's tokenization of its own listed company stock is regarded by the market as an important milestone in the on-chain transformation of capital markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Securitize's listing ticker, and how much stock was tokenized on the first day?
According to Securitize's official announcement, the company's stock ticker on the New York Stock Exchange is SECZ. On the first day of listing, it simultaneously tokenized approximately $295 million worth of common stock on-chain and deployed it on the Solana and Avalanche blockchains.
How do SECZ on-chain stocks differ from traditional NYSE stocks?
According to Securitize's official explanation, on-chain SECZ directly represents ownership of the company's common stock, consistent with the same common stock traded on the NYSE. It is not a synthetic asset or wrapped token; investors holding on-chain SECZ must still complete KYC, AML, and other U.S. securities regulatory requirements.
What are Securitize's main partner institutions in the RWA market?
According to reports, Securitize's main partner institutions include BlackRock, Apollo, KKR, Hamilton Lane, and VanEck; among them, the BlackRock BUIDL USD tokenized fund issued with its assistance is one of the world's largest tokenized U.S. Treasury funds.
