#What is B3's plan for a tokenized future?
Brazil's main stock exchange, B3, is set to launch a tokenization platform and a stablecoin in 2026, signaling a significant expansion into blockchain-based digital assets. This development was announced by the VP of Products and Clients at B3 Day 2025. The exchange aims to use its stablecoin and tokenized depository as the foundation of a comprehensive strategy aimed at integrating traditional systems with innovative digital solutions.
B3’s strategy is focused on creating a unified tokenized asset ecosystem where transactions can fluidly occur between traditional and digital environments. The advantage of this integration lies in the fungibility of tokenized assets with traditional assets, which means that liquidity from the existing trading systems will be utilized efficiently by participants who choose to engage with tokenized offerings.
In envisioning the future of the tokenized economy, B3 emphasizes a collaborative innovation environment built upon its existing infrastructure. The exchange also plans to provide open access to protocols, software development kits, and other essential tools to empower market participants in developing and scaling new tokenized solutions.
Regarding the new stablecoin, B3 is responding to a market need for a secure and reliable asset that can support liquidity, collateral requirements, and possibly 24/7 trading. This offering is particularly relevant following the central bank's decision to phase out the Drex platform, Brazil’s previous attempt at a central bank digital currency.
B3 aims to offer brokers the option to embrace a fully tokenized infrastructure for around-the-clock liquidity. This new model allows those who opt into the tokenized system to maintain the advantages of the traditional market, adapting to evolving market demands efficiently.