tZero Constructs Blockchain Infrastructure for Worldwide Capital in 2026 Public Offering

tZero Group, a blockchain infrastructure company based in New York that focuses on tokenized securities and real-world assets, has revealed its intention to go public through an initial public offering (IPO) in 2026. This move aligns with a broader trend of crypto firms seeking entry into public markets as U.S. regulations continue to develop,

. Established in 2014 and supported by investors such as (ICE), which owns the New York Stock Exchange, tZero plans to use asset tokenization to update capital formation and facilitate international transactions. CEO Alan Konevsky mentioned that the company is in early talks with several banks regarding underwriting and may seek further investment before the IPO.

Tokenization, which involves transforming conventional assets like equities, property, and currencies into blockchain-based digital tokens, is gaining momentum due to its ability to simplify trading, lower expenses, and boost liquidity. tZero’s platform, which has secured around $200 million in funding, enables round-the-clock trading of tokenized assets while remaining compliant with U.S. securities regulations. The planned IPO highlights growing confidence in the sector, as clearer regulations—such as the GENIUS Act passed in July and the crypto-friendly approach of the Trump administration—have encouraged more companies to go public.

Several notable crypto IPOs have taken place recently. In June, stablecoin provider Circle raised $1.05 billion, with its shares jumping 167% on its first day on the NYSE. Bullish, which owns CoinDesk, and Gemini, founded by the Winklevoss twins, also went public on the NYSE and Nasdaq in August and September, respectively. Kraken, another leading exchange, is reportedly considering a 2026 IPO as well. These developments point to a maturing market and growing investor interest in digital assets.

tZero’s ambitions are not limited to the U.S. The company has also announced a partnership with UK-based Archax to build cross-border liquidity for tokenized securities and real-world assets (RWAs), connecting regulated exchanges in the U.S., UK, and EU,

. The partnership is designed to enable continuous trading across time zones and broaden institutional participation in tokenized markets. “Tokenization is becoming the foundation for global capital flows,” Konevsky said, stressing the importance of this collaboration in uniting fragmented financial systems, .

Despite these advances, tZero still faces obstacles, such as not yet achieving profitability and having a staff of just over 50 people. Nevertheless, industry data shows the company’s platform has already handled $35 billion in RWAs on blockchain. Experts believe that tokenization could open up trillions in value by making investment opportunities more accessible, with companies like tZero at the forefront of this shift.

As the cryptocurrency industry continues to merge with traditional financial systems, tZero’s planned IPO and international partnerships highlight the transformative impact of tokenization. With regulatory landscapes changing and institutional interest increasing, the company’s entry into public markets could further establish blockchain’s significance in the evolution of capital markets.