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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?

  • 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.