Global securities watchdog flags risks, slow uptake in asset tokenization
( November 11, 2025, 17:03 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The global securities standards-setting body, the International Organization of Securities Commissions has released a final report outlining how regulators should approach the market for tokenized financial assets, noting that adoption remains limited despite rising commercial interest. The study highlights efficiency gains alongside persistent hurdles such as interoperability issues and the absence of reliable settlement assets, which hinder scalability. IOSCO said legal uncertainty, operational weaknesses and cyber risks require tailored oversight as jurisdictions take varied regulatory paths. The report urges supervisors to align their treatment of tokenized assets with existing IOSCO standards for crypto and decentralized finance. Statement follows. The report is attached. ...
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