Securitize 获得贝莱德领投的 4700 万美元战略融资

Securitize 已获得由 BlackRock 领投的 4700 万美元战略融资，Aptos Labs、Paxos、Circle、Hamilton Lane、ParaFi Capital 和 Tradeweb Markets 参与其中。这些资金将支持金融服务领域的产品开发、全球扩张和战略合作伙伴关系。贝莱德全球战略生态系统合作主管 Joseph Chalom 将加入 Securitize 董事会。 Securitize 在贝莱德首个代币化基金 BUIDL 的推出中发挥了关键作用，并为代币化美国国债市场的增长做出了贡献。

Securitize Secures $47 Million in Strategic Funding Led by BlackRock

Securitize 获得贝莱德领投的 4700 万美元战略融资

New York, NY - March 8, 2023 - Securitize, a leading digital asset securities platform, has announced the completion of a $47 million strategic funding round led by BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager. The investment will fuel the company's ambitious plans for product development, global expansion, and industry partnerships.

纽约州纽约 - 2023 年 3 月 8 日 - 领先的数字资产证券平台 Securitize 宣布完成由全球最大资产管理公司贝莱德领投的 4700 万美元战略融资。这项投资将推动该公司雄心勃勃的产品开发、全球扩张和行业合作计划。

BlackRock's Strategic Investment Signals Growing Institutional Interest in Digital Assets

贝莱德的战略投资表明机构对数字资产的兴趣日益浓厚

BlackRock's participation in the funding round underscores the growing institutional appetite for digital assets. Joseph Chalom, Global Head of Strategic Ecosystem Partnerships at BlackRock, will join Securitize's board of directors as part of the investment.

贝莱德参与本轮融资凸显了机构对数字资产日益增长的兴趣。作为投资的一部分，贝莱德战略生态系统合作伙伴关系全球主管 Joseph Chalom 将加入 Securitize 董事会。

"This investment represents another step in the evolution of our digital assets strategy," said Chalom. "We believe that digital assets have the potential to meet the future needs of our clients, and Securitize's expertise in tokenization and digital asset infrastructure will play a critical role in helping us navigate this emerging market."

Chalom 表示：“这项投资代表了我们数字资产战略发展的又一步。” “我们相信数字资产有潜力满足客户的未来需求，而 Securitize 在代币化和数字资产基础设施方面的专业知识将在帮助我们驾驭这个新兴市场方面发挥关键作用。”

Securitize's Collaboration with BlackRock on Tokenized Treasury Fund

Securitize 与贝莱德就代币化国库基金进行合作

Prior to the funding round, Securitize had collaborated with BlackRock as a transfer agent, tokenization platform, and placement agent for the launch of the BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL) in March 2023. BUIDL, BlackRock's first tokenized fund, invests in cash, U.S. Treasury bills, and repurchase agreements.

在本轮融资之前，Securitize 已与贝莱德合作，作为转让代理、代币化平台和配售代理，于 2023 年 3 月推出贝莱德美元机构数字流动性基金 (BUIDL)。BUIDL 是贝莱德首个代币化基金，投资于现金、美国国库券和回购协议。

Within six weeks, BUIDL accumulated a market capitalization of $375 million, making it the largest tokenized treasury fund, surpassing the Franklin OnChain U.S. Government Money Fund (BENJI). According to RWA.xyz, there is currently $1.28 billion locked in tokenized U.S. treasuries and bonds.

六周内，BUIDL 的市值累计达到 3.75 亿美元，成为最大的代币化国库基金，超过了 Franklin OnChain 美国政府货币基金（BENJI）。根据 RWA.xyz 的数据，目前有 12.8 亿美元被锁定在代币化的美国国债和债券中。

Aptos Labs, Paxos, and Circle Join Funding Consortium

Aptos Labs、Paxos 和 Circle 加入融资联盟

In addition to BlackRock, other investors in the funding round include blockchain developers Aptos Labs and Paxos, as well as stablecoin issuer Circle. Mo Shaikh, Co-Founder and CEO of Aptos Labs, highlighted the bridging role between traditional and open finance.

除贝莱德外，本轮融资的其他投资者还包括区块链开发商 Aptos Labs 和 Paxos，以及稳定币发行商 Circle。 Aptos Labs 联合创始人兼首席执行官 Mo Shaikh 强调了传统金融与开放金融之间的桥梁作用。

"Leaders like BlackRock and pioneers like Securitize are shaping the future of finance," said Shaikh. "Our investment in Securitize will accelerate the adoption of digital assets and create new opportunities for investors."

“像贝莱德这样的领导者和像 Securitize 这样的先驱者正在塑造金融的未来，”谢赫说。 “我们对 Securitize 的投资将加速数字资产的采用，并为投资者创造新的机会。”

Securitize's Regulatory Compliance and Infrastructure

Securitize 的监管合规性和基础设施

Securitize is registered as a broker-dealer and transfer agent with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Its robust regulatory compliance and infrastructure provide institutional investors with the comfort and assurance required for participation in digital asset markets.

Securitize 在美国证券交易委员会 (SEC) 注册为经纪自营商和过户代理，并且是金融业监管局 (FINRA) 的成员。其强大的监管合规性和基础设施为机构投资者提供了参与数字资产市场所需的舒适度和保证。

About Securitize

关于证券化

Securitize is a pioneer in digital asset securities, providing a turnkey platform that enables companies to issue, manage, and trade digital asset securities on the blockchain. The company's clients include leading financial institutions, real estate companies, and alternative investment managers.

Securitize 是数字资产证券领域的先驱，提供交钥匙平台，使公司能够在区块链上发行、管理和交易数字资产证券。该公司的客户包括领先的金融机构、房地产公司和另类投资管理公司。

About BlackRock

关于贝莱德

BlackRock is the world's largest asset manager, with over $10 trillion in assets under management. The company offers a wide range of investment products and services to individuals and institutions globally.

贝莱德是全球最大的资产管理公司，管理着超过 10 万亿美元的资产。该公司为全球个人和机构提供广泛的投资产品和服务。