Gold in 2026: Why Geopolitical Conflict Is Driving Digital Tokenization

Gold in 2026: Why Geopolitical Conflict Is Driving Digital Tokenization Meta

In March 2026, global markets woke up to a seismic jolt. Coordinated military strikes in the Middle East triggered a historic flight to safety, and gold responded as it always has. Trading volumes on the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) hit record daily highs, and in a single 24-hour period, gold added significant weight to […]

Investing in Gold During the US-Iran Conflict: The Case for Tokenized Bullion

Investing in Gold During the US-Iran Conflict: The Case for Tokenized Bullion

Geopolitical shocks don’t wait for markets to open. When military strikes involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran began on February 28, 2026, traditional bullion dealers were closed, leaving investors unable to act. Meanwhile, blockchain markets stayed active, with tokenized gold like PAXG and XAUt surging past $1 billion in volume and prices nearing $5,400 per […]

Oil in 2026: Why Tokenization Is Transforming the Global Energy Market

Oil in 2026: Why Tokenization Is Transforming the Global Energy Market

Oil tokenization is emerging as a critical new financial layer for commodities, offering a more resilient alternative to traditional trading systems in global oil markets. These markets remain highly vulnerable to unpredictable geopolitical shocks, while legacy trading infrastructure relies on slow, capital-intensive systems that struggle to adapt when conflicts disrupt supply chains.  As energy assets […]

The SEC Green Light: Nasdaq, NYSE and the Race to Tokenize Wall Street

The SEC Green Light: Nasdaq, NYSE and the Race to Tokenize Wall Street

The landscape of global finance shifted permanently on March 18, 2026 when the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially approved Nasdaq’s proposal to launch a tokenized securities platform. While the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) signaled similar plans earlier, Nasdaq’s regulatory head start makes it the first major U.S. exchange to move from concept to […]

NYSE Tokenized Securities: The Future of the 24/7 Market Infrastructure

NYSE Tokenized Securities Platform

Earlier this year, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) signaled a historic shift in global finance by announcing the development of a tokenized securities platform. Seeking regulatory approval to launch, the NYSE aims to to bring a familiar market structure (qualified broker-dealer access, shareholder rights) into a model built for 24/7 trading and on-chain settlement.  […]

The Next Wave: From Crypto Price Volatility to Infrastructure Dominance

The Next Wave: From Crypto Price Volatility to Infrastructure Dominance

We are now entering a transition period where the “Next Wave” of crypto is defined by the institutional adoption of real-world assets (RWAs), the merging of traditional equities with onchain liquidity, and the birth of programmable sports finance. This is an evolution from pure speculation to a multi-trillion-dollar integration with global capital markets. The trends […]

How LVMH and Porsche Use Tokenization to Build Unbreakable Customer Loyalty

How LVMH and Porsche Use Tokenization to Build Unbreakable Customer Loyalty

For centuries, luxury has been defined by three pillars: scarcity, craftsmanship, and heritage. Traditionally, a high price tag was simply the byproduct of unparalleled exclusivity. But as the world shifts toward a digital-first economy, the very definition of value is evolving.  Today’s high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) are not just buying a product; they are acquiring assets, […]

The $5,000 Gold Breakout: Why January 2026 is the Turning Point for Tokenized Gold

The $5,000 Gold Breakout: Why January 2026 is the Turning Point for Tokenized Gold

As 2026 kicks off, a “perfect storm” in the global economy has reignited an age-old obsession with a high-tech twist. Gold has shattered the psychological $5,000 barrier, recently trading as high as $5,312 per ounce – a 22% gain in January alone.  Leading the charge are industry giants Paxos and Tether, both of which reported […]

Gold vs. Bitcoin 2026: What Does Surging Gold Prices Mean for Crypto?

Gold vs. Bitcoin 2026: What Does Surging Gold Prices Mean for Crypto?

Is the “Digital Gold” narrative dead, or is it finally coming of age? As of late January 2026, a historic divide has opened in global markets. While Gold (XAU) has rocketed to a breathtaking $5,300 per ounce, shattering records daily, Bitcoin (BTC) is stuck in a consolidation phase near $88,000, roughly 30% below its October […]

Ooi Sang Kuang

Chairman, Non-Executive Director

Mr. Ooi is the former Chairman of the Board of Directors of OCBC Bank, Singapore. He served as a Special Advisor in Bank Negara Malaysia and, prior to that, was the Deputy Governor and a Member of the Board of Directors.