Germany's Security Token Issuances & Deka’s Digital Asset Monitor
In this episode of Bitcoin, Fiat & Rock’n’Roll, we dive deep into Germany’s pioneering role in tokenized securities under the Electronic Securities Act. Host Manuel welcomes Marion Spielmann (DecaBank) and Benjamin Schaub (Intas) for a comprehensive update on how blockchain is transforming capital markets.
We explore how Germany’s legal framework enables native blockchain issuance of bonds, shares, and funds — without paper certificates — and the role of BaFin licensing for crypto securities registrars. Marion and Benjamin share insights from the Digital Asset Monitor, their semi-annual market report developed with DecaBank, Intas, Frankfurt School Blockchain Center, and WM Datenservice, which tracks issuance volumes, technologies used, and regulatory developments.
Topics include: • Why Germany is ahead with regulated tokenized securities. • Market leaders like Cashlink, Smart Registry, and DecaBank. • The dominance of public blockchains (Polygon, Avalanche) vs. private networks in light of Basel capital requirements. • Shifts in issuance volume post-ECB blockchain settlement trials. • The rise of secondary markets through the DLT Pilot Regime and OTC deals. • How upcoming ECB settlement solutions, wholesale CBDC, stablecoins, and commercial bank money tokens could shape the future.
We also discuss the biggest hurdles: regulatory clarity on capital requirements for public vs. permissioned blockchains, investor adoption, and liquidity. With Europe holding a first-mover advantage, our guests stress the urgency of moving from trials to live operations before being overtaken by other jurisdictions.
If you want a sharp, insider’s view on tokenized securities, market data, and the next steps for digital finance in Germany and Europe, this episode is your guide.
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