Description

In this episode of A2Z FinTech, Aman Narain and Zubin Vandrevala unpack the rise of tokenization—from its early use in card payments to its expansion into NFTs and real-world assets. They explore how tokenization is reshaping payments, banking, and crypto, making transactions smarter, safer, and more connected. From stablecoins and tokenized deposits to the role of Japan and regulators in driving adoption, the conversation bridges traditional finance and digital innovation, offering a sharp look at the future of money.

Top Takeaways

1. Tokenization started in payments and is now everywhere—from art to real estate.
2. The first mainstream use case was card-payment security.
3. NFTs prove tokenization goes beyond money.
4. Real-world assets can be tokenized, widening access.
5. Tokenized deposits connect banks with digital finance.
6. Stablecoins bring stability to the crypto ecosystem.
7. Decentralization boosts resilience and trust.
8. Contextualization makes transactions smarter and authentic.
9. The next phase of finance: smaller, smarter, and hyper-connected.