
Arch Lending to lend against tokenized equities
Arch Lending is preparing to expand its collateral offerings to include tokenized equities, signaling a shift toward broader financial utility for onchain assets. Co-founder Himanshu Sahay confirmed the upcoming integration as the market for tokenized stocks has surged to $3.15 billion, up from $630 million just one year ago. While Bitcoin currently comprises over 80% of Arch’s loan book, the firm is actively diversifying into real-world assets, including recent additions like Paxos Gold and Tether Gold. This move aligns with broader industry trends where platforms like Kraken and Coinbase are increasingly integrating tokenized stocks into margin and futures trading. By enabling credit against these assets, Arch aims to provide liquidity to investors without requiring them to liquidate their onchain equity positions. The expansion reflects a growing institutional appetite for using tokenized securities as productive collateral within decentralized finance ecosystems. As more lenders enter the space, increased competition is expected to drive further adoption and utility for tokenized equities across the blockchain landscape.


