Securitize, a leading digital asset securities platform, has achieved a major milestone by securing regulatory approval in the European Union. This makes it the first company authorized to operate regulated digital securities platforms in both the United States and the EU. The approval allows Securitize to offer tokenized trading and settlement services within the European Economic Area (EEA), marking a significant leap forward for blockchain-based finance.
The company will conduct its operations on the Avalanche blockchain, a high-speed and eco-friendly platform. This approval sets a precedent for the future of compliant digital securities trading across multiple jurisdictions.
Operating on Avalanche: A Strategic Choice
Avalanche’s blockchain technology is known for its scalability, security, and low transaction costs. These attributes make it ideal for handling regulated tokenized securities. By choosing Avalanche, Securitize ensures faster settlement, transparent operations, and reduced costs for investors and issuers alike.
This move aligns with the EU’s goal of becoming a global leader in digital finance innovation while maintaining strong consumer protections and regulatory oversight.
What This Means for Global Finance
Being regulated in both the US and EU positions Securitize as a global bridge between traditional finance and blockchain technology. It opens the door for more cross-border tokenized securities offerings, giving companies a compliant way to raise capital and giving investors new, regulated investment opportunities.
Securitize’s achievement also reflects growing institutional confidence in blockchain infrastructure like Avalanche, and may accelerate adoption across the industry.