tZERO Newsletter 08.13.2025
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday that aimed to allow more private equity, real estate, cryptocurrency, and other alternative assets in 401(k) retirement accounts – opening the way for alternative asset managers to tap a greater share of trillions of dollars in Americans’ retirement savings.
Straight from the Top: tZERO Executive Series
How will asset tokenization transform the future of finance?
The financial markets are undergoing a quiet revolution powered by asset tokenization.
Asset tokenization could make investing more accessible, faster, cheaper and more transparent.
When institutions, regulators and tech providers come together to build trusted, interoperable frameworks, we are likely to see asset tokenization fulfil its potential.
Blockchain and Art: A New Frontier for Empowerment and Value
Blockchain has radically changed the digital art scene, providing crucial opportunities for both artists and collectors. With this tech, artists can prove the authenticity and ownership of their works without needing to rely on traditional gatekeepers. For many, this is a game changer.
GENIUS Act Banned Stablecoin Yields Amid TradFi Tokenization Push
Tokenized MMFs are increasingly being viewed as a viable alternative to stablecoins, particularly in light of their potential for programmability, faster transactions, and broader use cases such as margin collateral. Teresa Ho, strategist, highlighted that tokenized MMFs could replicate the speed and flexibility of stablecoins while maintaining regulatory oversight and safety.
SEC’s “Project Crypto:” A Step Toward On-Chain Financial Markets
Chair Atkins outlined his vision to modernize securities rules and regulations, enabling America’s financial markets to fully embrace blockchain technology and move on-chain. This plan solidifies President Trump’s vision of making the U.S. the crypto capital of the world and signals a new era of regulatory clarity and innovation for the crypto industry within the U.S.
Eric Trump Warns Bitcoin and Ethereum Bears: Expect a Market Shake-Up
Eric Trump prompted a variety of heated emotions throughout the cryptocurrency community. He went to X, once Twitter, and posted a definitive sentiment to those shorting Bitcoin and Ethereum. What he said implied an impending market change that could wreak havoc on short-sellers.
Ripple Acquires Rail for US$200m in Stablecoin Push
Ripple has agreed to acquire stablecoin payments platform Rail for US$200m, marking another significant move by the enterprise blockchain company to capture growth in business-to-business digital asset transactions. Rail’s Toronto-based operation has built a platform that allows businesses to access stablecoin payment rails without holding cryptocurrency on their balance sheets or establishing direct relationships with crypto exchanges.
In the ever-evolving world of finance, tokenization is no longer a theoretical concept. It’s becoming a practical reality. While the spotlight on blockchain has long focused on cryptocurrencies, a new wave of innovation is transforming equity markets: tokenized stocks.
After President Donald Trump’s pro-crypto team won the 2024 US election, many believed the era of debanking was over. His campaign rhetoric and early policy moves signaled a friendlier environment for digital assets, leading some to expect banks would ease restrictions on crypto clients. However, recent incidents suggest the practice remains entrenched.