tokenization
Converting real-world assets into digital tokens on a blockchain.
Tokenization is the process of representing physical or digital assets as tokens on a blockchain—a shared digital ledger. A token is essentially a digital record that proves ownership or a claim to something of value. Real estate, artwork, company shares, commodities, or even intellectual property can be tokenized. Each token contains information about what it represents and who owns it.
Tokenization exists because it can make assets easier to buy, sell, and trade. Instead of dealing with paperwork and intermediaries, ownership can change hands directly between parties using blockchain technology. This is especially useful for dividing expensive assets into smaller pieces—you can own a fraction of a building or artwork rather than buying the whole thing. When you see tokenization mentioned in headlines, it usually signals that a traditional industry is exploring blockchain technology to streamline transactions or open assets to a wider audience of buyers.
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Written once as a plain-English reference, not as advice. Nothing here is a recommendation to buy or sell anything.