Crypto In America Tokenization Takeover, Thoughts On Market Structure & Going Public | Carlos Domingo, Securitize
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Jan 21, 2026 
Carlos Domingo, co-founder and CEO of Securitize, shares insights from the forefront of tokenization, highlighting its expansion into traditional finance. He discusses the NYSE's innovative move towards tokenized equities and the implications of the Clarity Act. Carlos also delves into Securitize's upcoming public listing and the growing demand for real-world assets (RWAs) in investment circles. He emphasizes the need for regulatory clarity in tokenized securities, marking a significant shift in market dynamics and institutional interest.
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Real-World Assets Drive Current Demand
- Investor interest increasingly centers on RWAs because buyers want transparent sources of yield.
- Tokenizing real assets lets crypto infrastructure make those assets more productive and accessible.
S-4 Filed; Awaiting SEC Timing
- Securitize filed a confidential S-4 and awaits SEC processing that was delayed by a government shutdown backlog.
- Carlos expects the S-4 to clear in weeks to a couple of months and then the company will list on Nasdaq.
Go Public Sooner To Gain Market Benefits
- Consider going public earlier to access capital, liquidity, and credibility instead of delaying indefinitely.
- Public status enforces discipline, aids hiring and acquisitions, and aligns with large institutional counterparties.