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Tokenization

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Tokenization is the process of converting rights to an asset into a digital token that can be stored, transferred or sold on a blockchain.

Tokenization is the process of converting rights to an asset into a digital token that can be stored, transferred or sold on a blockchain.

This technology has gained relevance mainly in the field of cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Tokens can represent a variety of rights, from ownership of a physical asset such as real estate, to voting rights, company shares, or access to specific services.

By operating on a blockchain, these tokens gain transparency, security and traceability. Tokenization offers the promise of greater liquidity, transaction efficiency, and democratization of access to different types of investments, although it also poses regulatory and technical challenges that are still being addressed.

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