Ethereum Updates Today: Securitize’s Public Launch Accelerates Institutional Embrace of Tokenization

Securitize, a company specializing in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization and supported by BlackRock, is preparing to enter the public market through a $1.25 billion SPAC merger with

Partners II, a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) connected to Fitzgerald. Announced on October 28, 2025, this agreement will result in Securitize being listed on Nasdaq with the ticker "SECR" and a pre-money valuation of $1.25 billion. Securitize, known for its innovative approach to tokenizing assets such as real estate and treasuries, seeks to use blockchain to revolutionize capital markets by making them more accessible, transparent, and efficient.

This merger highlights the increasing institutional interest in asset tokenization, a trend further fueled by BlackRock’s recent $500 million investment of its BUIDL fund on the

blockchain. As a result, Aptos’ RWA tokenized assets have surpassed $1.2 billion, ranking it as the world’s third-largest RWA blockchain. , which also utilized Securitize to tokenize its BUIDL fund, has emerged as a significant force in connecting traditional finance with blockchain technology. The BUIDL fund’s move to Aptos in November 2024, after its initial launch in March 2024, demonstrates BlackRock’s growing trust in blockchain platforms beyond Ethereum.

Securitize’s technology allows for the digital representation of assets like property, government securities, and commodities, making them tradable on decentralized platforms. The company has previously attracted investments from BlackRock, ARK Invest, and Morgan Stanley, establishing itself as a frontrunner in the RWA industry. CEO Carlos Domingo stated that the merger will help Securitize "bring financial markets up to internet speed," echoing BlackRock’s belief in tokenization as a game-changer for the financial sector.

The RWA industry as a whole has been gaining traction thanks to supportive regulatory developments in both the U.S. and Europe. For example, Professional Diversity Network recently revealed a partnership with a European digital finance company to investigate the creation of a global RWA exchange, showcasing the sector’s potential for international expansion. At the same time, rivals such as

Finance have advocated for more robust regulations to govern tokenized securities, signaling the industry’s ongoing evolution.

Securitize’s decision to go public via a SPAC reflects a broader movement among blockchain companies to gain greater institutional legitimacy. The merger with Cantor Equity Partners II, backed by Cantor Fitzgerald, combines traditional financial expertise with cutting-edge technology. Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, emphasized blockchain’s "enormous potential to reshape finance," indicating a growing mainstream acceptance of tokenization.

With the RWA sector continuing to grow, Securitize’s public listing could encourage more institutional investors to participate. BlackRock’s BUIDL fund has already allocated $1.2 billion in tokenized assets across Ethereum and Aptos, and its collaboration with Securitize underscores a commitment to expanding blockchain infrastructure. This milestone signals a significant shift for tokenization, as established financial institutions increasingly adopt blockchain for quicker settlements and improved liquidity.