The discussion at the Digital Assets Forum signals that tokenization of traditional assets may enter a crucial phase by 2025. Key speakers, including experts from Societe Generale, HAUCK AUFHÄUSER LAMPE, and Norges Bank, assessed how tokenization could revolutionize markets in France, Germany, the US, and beyond.
Tokenization’s potential lies in improving liquidity, transparency, and efficiency in asset management. Yet, regulatory hurdles, technological infrastructure, and market adoption remain key challenges. Some experts see 2025 as a breakthrough year, as increased institutional interest and evolving regulations could align to drive significant adoption.
Industry experts discussed whether 2025 will be the turning point for the tokenization of funds.
Laurent Marochini of Societe Generale emphasized that tokenization could unlock new efficiencies, while Simon Seiter of HAUCK AUFHÄUSER LAMPE highlighted the importance of scalability for institutions. Max Boonen of B2C2 pointed out the liquidity benefits, stressing that tokenized assets might bridge traditional finance with decentralized systems.
However, Nadia Filali of Caisse des Dépôts warned that regulatory inconsistencies across regions could slow progress. While Håvard Kittelsen of Norges Bank raised concerns over potential risks in governance and infrastructure reliability, he noted that if addressed, 2025 could indeed be pivotal.
The convergence of these expert insights suggests that while tokenization’s benefits are increasingly clear, especially in liquidity and access to new markets, the industry must navigate substantial regulatory and operational challenges before reaching full-scale implementation.
