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← what is tokenisation? | post-trade automation (explanation)
Why Tokenise Financial Assets?
Tokenisation introduces a new financial operating model that solves key inefficiencies in legacy markets.
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Transparency | All actions (minting, transfer, burning) are recorded immutably on-chain thus creating a permanent audit trail. |
| Automation | Token logic is embedded in smart contracts and triggered via APIs. Settlement, coupon payments, and maturity events are automated. |
| Fractional Ownership | High-value or illiquid assets can be divided into smaller parts, enabling wider participation. |
| Improved Liquidity | Tokens can be transferred quickly and across platforms, reducing lock-up periods and supporting 24/7 secondary markets. |
| Interoperability | Standardisation via models like the Common Domain Model (CDM) enables compatibility across systems. |
| Real-Time Control | Regulators, asset managers, and institutions can monitor, approve, or restrict transactions instantly via secure APIs. |
What comes next?
Related Reading
- Token Lifecycle: Learn how tokens are minted, transferred, queried, and burned throughout their lifecycle.
- How-To Guides: Step-by-step examples with code snippets for each major token operation.
- API Reference Guide: Detailed overview of endpoints, request payloads, and response formats.
- Glossary of Key Concepts: Definitions and explanations of common terminology used throughout the docs.