#IPO
5 articles tagged #IPO — curated RWA tokenization coverage.
Kraken opens Jersey Mike’s IPO to retail investors through tokenized shares and direct allocations
Kraken has launched a new initiative allowing retail investors to access the Jersey Mike’s initial public offering through both direct allocations and tokenized shares. Eligible US customers can request book-entry shares at the IPO price, while users in over 110 countries can access JMKEx, a tokenized version of the stock backed 1:1 by underlying assets held in regulated custody. Once the IPO concludes, JMKEx will trade 24/7 on Kraken and xStocks Alliance platforms, while the underlying shares follow standard New York Stock Exchange hours. This integration allows tokenized equities to be moved onchain and utilized within decentralized finance applications, bridging traditional brokerage access with blockchain utility. Jersey Mike’s expects to price its Class A shares between $21 and $25 under the ticker JMKE. This move follows Kraken’s previous tokenized offering for SpaceX, highlighting a broader trend in the RWA sector where distributed value has grown to approximately $1.87 billion. The expansion of tokenized equities demonstrates a significant shift in how retail investors interact with public market debuts through digital asset infrastructure.
Benchmark says Securitize investors should ‘strip out the noise’ after post
Securitize has entered into a strategic partnership with financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald to facilitate blockchain-based initial public offerings and secondary market offerings. This collaboration aims to leverage distributed ledger technology to modernize the traditional capital markets infrastructure for equity issuance. By integrating Securitize’s tokenization platform with Cantor Fitzgerald’s established investment banking capabilities, the initiative seeks to streamline the issuance process and enhance liquidity for private and public assets. This move represents a significant step toward institutional adoption of blockchain for regulated securities, moving beyond experimental pilots into core financial services. The partnership highlights the growing trend of major financial institutions seeking to reduce settlement times and operational costs through tokenization. As market participants increasingly demand digital-native financial products, this alliance positions both firms to capture demand for modernized equity distribution. Ultimately, the integration of blockchain into IPO workflows signals a maturation of the RWA sector, bridging the gap between legacy finance and decentralized infrastructure.
Securitize and Cantor Collaborate to Enable Onchain IPOs and Follow-On Offerings for Public Companies
Securitize and Cantor Fitzgerald have entered a strategic partnership to enable public companies to conduct IPOs and follow-on offerings using blockchain-based infrastructure. By combining Cantor's equity capital markets expertise with Securitize's regulated tokenization platform, the collaboration aims to modernize the issuance, distribution, and servicing of securities. This initiative allows public companies to leverage blockchain benefits such as enhanced transparency and improved operational efficiency while remaining within traditional regulatory frameworks. Securitize Markets, an SEC-registered broker-dealer, will facilitate the offering and settlement processes for these onchain securities. This move marks a significant expansion of tokenization beyond secondary market trading into the primary capital formation process. As of July 2026, Securitize manages over $5 billion in assets and maintains regulatory licenses in both the U.S. and the EU. The partnership signals a shift toward integrating digital securities into mainstream capital markets, potentially setting a new standard for how public companies raise capital.
Wall Street's Next Tokenization Test: BlackRock-Backed Securitize's Market Debut
Securitize, a digital asset securities firm backed by BlackRock, is preparing for a significant market test as it explores the potential for tokenized initial public offerings (IPOs). This initiative follows the successful launch of BlackRock’s BUIDL fund on the Ethereum blockchain, which utilized Securitize’s infrastructure to bring institutional-grade financial products on-chain. By leveraging tokenization, the firm aims to streamline the traditionally cumbersome IPO process, potentially reducing settlement times and increasing transparency for investors. The move signals a broader institutional push to integrate blockchain technology into mainstream capital markets, moving beyond simple asset representation toward complex financial instruments. If successful, this transition could fundamentally alter how companies raise capital and how retail and institutional investors interact with equity markets. The collaboration underscores the growing confidence in Securitize’s platform to handle high-stakes financial operations within a regulated framework. Ultimately, this development represents a critical step in the maturation of the RWA sector, proving that tokenization can extend from cash equivalents like U.S. Treasuries to more dynamic equity offerings.
Kraken offers SpaceX IPO access through xStocks
Crypto exchange Kraken has launched IPO Access through its xStocks platform, enabling eligible users across more than 110 international markets to register for tokenized SpaceX equity. This initiative allows investors to receive SPCXx tokens, which are backed 1:1 by underlying SpaceX shares, facilitating 24/7 trading on Kraken and other xStocks-integrated platforms. The offering marks a significant convergence between traditional capital markets and blockchain infrastructure, providing retail access to a highly anticipated public listing. SpaceX is reportedly seeking to raise approximately $75 billion at a valuation of at least $1.8 trillion, potentially setting a record as the largest IPO in history. While the offering is available in the European Economic Area and various international regions, it remains restricted in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom due to regulatory constraints. The move highlights the increasing utility of tokenization in democratizing access to private equity and pre-IPO opportunities. By leveraging onchain representations of traditional assets, Kraken aims to streamline participation in major corporate milestones while managing high investor demand.