AFME Voices

Unlocking the Future of Capital Markets: The Rise of DLT and Tokenisation

Episode Summary

In this episode of AFME Voices, we explore the transformative potential of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) in capital markets. From increased efficiency and transparency to new opportunities in asset tokenisation, DLT is reshaping how financial institutions operate. But what’s driving adoption, and what challenges remain? Coco Chen, Associate Director, Technology & Operations, and Victoria Webster, Managing Director, Fixed Income, discuss key market developments, regulatory progress, and what the future holds for DLT-based capital markets.

Episode Notes

In this episode of AFME Voices, Elisabeth Mauguy, AFME's Digital Content Manager, is joined by Coco Chen, Associate Director, Technology & Operations, and Victoria Webster, Managing Director, Fixed Income, to explore how Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) is transforming capital markets.

We discuss:

• What is DLT? The technology behind it and its potential benefits for financial institutions
• Market adoption trends and key use cases, including asset tokenisation and collateral management
• Regulatory developments like the EU DLT Pilot Regime and the UK’s Digital Securities Sandbox
• Challenges to scaling DLT and what’s needed to drive further institutional adoption
• The future of DLT in financial markets, including expected developments over the next 3-5 years

Tune in for an insightful discussion on the opportunities and road ahead for DLT adoption.

Additional Resources:

Learn more about AFME’s work on DLT: https://www.afme.eu/divisions-and-committees/technology-operations
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Stay tuned for future episodes of AFME Voices, where we continue to explore key regulatory and market developments impacting wholesale capital markets!