Philippine SEC signals readiness for RWA tokenization

Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner Rogelio Quevedo announced at Philippine Blockchain Week 2026 that the agency is prepared to regulate and accommodate the tokenization of real-world assets. The SEC believes the existing legal framework and regulatory expertise are sufficient to support this technological shift, which aims to modernize capital markets and revolutionize local stock exchanges. By providing legitimate, regulated investment vehicles, the SEC intends to offer overseas Filipino workers safer alternatives to the high-risk investment scams that frequently target them. To support this transition, the agency is actively utilizing artificial intelligence and partnerships with platforms like Google and TikTok to eliminate illegal investment offerings. The initiative is further supported by the SEC’s Strategic Sandbox, or StratBox, which allows fintech firms to test tokenized products under controlled regulatory supervision. As of November 2025, four companies were already participating in this sandbox, including projects focused on tokenized real estate and access to United States equities. This development marks a significant step toward integrating blockchain technology into the Philippine financial system while prioritizing investor protection.