BlackRock Launches Its First Tokenized Asset Fund on Ethereum

BlackRock has announced its first tokenized asset fund called 'BUIDL,' which will be built on the Ethereum network. The fund aims to provide investors with benefits such as on-chain offerings, transparent settlement, and transfers across platforms. Bank of New York Mellon will serve as the custodian of the fund's assets, while Securitize Markets will act as the transfer agent.