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Franklin Templeton's Journey into Tokenization
Roger Bayston, who leads Digital Assets at Franklin Templeton, discusses how this major asset management firm has adopted tokenization.
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Jan 22, 2026
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In-depth conversations with prominent figures in the crypto space.
Trump files $5B lawsuit against JPMorgan! Ledger gets ready for $4B IPO! PWC claims “Crypto Adoption is irreversible”!
The crypto market is down, while Gold approaches $5,000 and Silver nears $100; Bitcoin is down 1% at $89,100; Ethereum is down 2% at $2,925; Solana is down 2% at $127; XRP has decreased 2% to $1.90. ZRO (+15%), AXS (+10%), and DASH (+8%) were among the top gainers. Ledger is gearing up for a $4B IPO with the help of Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays. Ripple's CEO Brad Garlinghouse forecasts that crypto could reach new highs in 2026, attributing this to increasing regulatory momentum and more institutional involvement. Former President Trump has sued JPMorgan for $5 billion, claiming politically motivated “debanking”. BitGo's stock saw a brief surge on its market debut, ultimately closing just above its $18 IPO price. BlackRock's CEO Larry Fink advocated for a unified blockchain system for tokenization to prevent corruption and facilitate scalability. Kansas has proposed a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve bill. PwC indicated that the institutional adoption of crypto has reached a critical juncture, with regulatory frameworks shifting from proposals to active oversight. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reiterated the Trump administration’s commitment to U.S. leadership in crypto and support for a strategic Bitcoin reserve.
Roger Bayston, who leads Digital Assets at Franklin Templeton, discusses how this major asset management firm has adopted tokenization.
Crypto rebounds following Trump's tariff adjustments! BitGo announces $2.1B IPO! Solana’s SKR token skyrockets 250% FDV!
The crypto market is rebounding after Trump’s shift on EU tariffs; Bitcoin is up 2% at $89,900; Ethereum is up 2% at $2,995; Solana has increased by 2% to $130; XRP has risen 3% to $1.94. CC (+15%), SKY (+11%), and SAND (+10%) were the top performers. The crypto market experienced over $1B in liquidations as Bitcoin sharply bounced back after President Trump indicated a retreat from proposed tariffs. Vitalik Buterin suggested native DVT staking to enhance Ethereum's security and decentralization, indicating ongoing experimentation at the protocol level. BitGo revealed its IPO price at $18 per share, giving it an approximate valuation of $2B. The Senate Agriculture Committee confirmed that its version of the Clarity Act will advance to markup next week, despite lacking bipartisan support. Mortgage lender Newrez is considering allowing Bitcoin and Ethereum to count towards mortgage qualifications, applying discounted valuations to reflect crypto's volatility. Hong Kong regulators initiated the process to issue stablecoin licenses under a framework with strict compliance, reserve, and operational requirements. Russian courts have established a legal precedent by ruling that cryptocurrencies are considered property under the law, impacting future criminal and civil cases. President Trump expressed hopes to sign the crypto market structure bill soon, despite facing legislative hurdles and disagreements over the scope of regulations. Saga’s EVM blockchain has ceased operations following a hack that resulted in a $7M loss, with the stolen funds transferred to Ethereum. Steak ’n Shake has introduced a Bitcoin bonus program for hourly employees, allowing them to earn part of their pay in Bitcoin.