A Defining Moment for Tokenization in the Philippines The excitement was palpable as Tokenization Manila 2024 unfolded, marking a pivotal milestone in the Philippines' advancement into the realm of blockchain investing, RWA tokenization, and institutional-grade tokenization. Co-hosted by IXS and PDAX, this landmark event showcased the Philippines' growing prominence in the global blockchain ecosystem. With the country emerging as a regional leader in embracing digital assets and blockchain technology, the event brought together industry leaders, institutional investors, and innovators to discuss the future of tokenization and RWA liquidity solutions.
The event commenced with a foreword from PDAX Listing Director, Pat Lao. This was followed by an insightful keynote from Julian Kwan, CEO and Co-Founder of IXS and InvestaX, highlighting the evolution from RWA Tokens to institutional-grade tokenization since 2018. Julian emphasized the strategic importance of regulatory compliance, which often takes years to secure, and stressed that the ecosystem is now at a transformative inflection point. With institutional endorsements from Wall Street to startup ecosystems, the tokenization of real-world assets is rapidly gaining traction.
Julian detailed how IXS is leading the charge in providing liquidity solutions and compliant secondary market trading for tokenized assets. He underscored the significance of integrating real-world assets with public blockchains to enhance global accessibility, improve liquidity, and unlock fractional ownership opportunities. Key milestones, such as the approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs and endorsements from financial giants like Larry Fink (BlackRock) and Franklin Templeton, further validate the growing institutional interest in RWA tokenization.
Attendees were treated to exclusive demonstrations of the IXS and InvestaX platforms, highlighting their capabilities in facilitating token issuance, secondary market liquidity, and compliant trading of RWA Tokens. These demonstrations underscored IXS’s commitment to empowering institutional and retail investors with seamless access to tokenized real-world assets.
Pat Zulueta, Growth Advisor at XC Labs, concluded the presentation segment with an introduction to Xave Finance, a protocol dedicated to enhancing liquidity solutions for stablecoins. This further emphasized the importance of liquidity in driving institutional adoption of blockchain investing.
Last but not the least, the presentation portion of the event was concluded by a presentation from Pat Zulueta, Growth Advisor, for XC Labs. Pat presented on their co-arm Xave Finance, a protocol dedicated to providing liquidity for stablecoins.
The event featured prominent voices in the Philippine blockchain landscape:
Each speaker offered unique institutional perspectives, solidifying the Philippines' position as a hub for blockchain innovation and tokenized investment products.
Tokenization Manila 2024 fostered dynamic discussions and engaged notable participants, including:
Cebuana Lhuillier, Bitpinas, Tether, added immense value to the event. It was inspiring to see the level of engagement and curiosity from participants eager to explore the world of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs).
The event also attracted a diverse audience, including industry professionals, investors, and blockchain enthusiasts. The vibrant and insightful conversations about the future of tokenization were a testament to the growing interest and acceptance of this transformative technology in the Philippines. Even young, hungry minds as young as 18, who are still students, attended the event, eager to learn and engage with the possibilities that tokenization offers.
A key takeaway from the event was the readiness of the Filipino market for institutional-grade tokenization. The robust interest and proactive regulatory environment present an unparalleled opportunity for IXS to drive the adoption of RWA Tokens across sectors, including real estate, private equity, and intellectual property.
The success of Tokenization Manila 2024 has cemented IXS’s role as the leading institutional platform for RWA tokenization and liquidity solutions in Southeast Asia. IXS remains committed to advancing the tokenization of real-world assets, bridging traditional finance with blockchain investing, and unlocking global opportunities for institutional investors.
Stay connected as IXS continues to shape the future of RWA tokenization and institutional-grade investment solutions.