Global funds network Calastone integrated its tokenised distribution solution with Polygon, an Ethereum scaling network for payments and real-world assets.

The move lets Calastone run its blockchain-based fund distribution system on Polygon’s infrastructure, which should help streamline on-chain fund processing with improved speed and lower costs. Calastone’s system now tokenises fund share classes while preserving existing administrative workflows, aiming to cut settlement times and reduce operational overheads for asset managers.

Polygon has supported tokenisation pilots with firms including BlackRock. Its integration will now underpin high-volume operations across Calastone’s network spanning 58 markets.

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“Markets are demanding more efficient, transparent infrastructure, and blockchain is ready to deliver at scale,” said Simon Keefe, head of digital solutions at Calastone. “Through Polygon, our Tokenised Distribution platform can connect seamlessly with the on-chain ecosystem, uniting our global network with blockchain’s efficiencies to streamline fund distribution.”

“Calastone’s scale and reach make this a watershed moment for on-chain finance,” said Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon Labs. “Polygon provides the scalability, EVM compatibility, and cost efficiency that the world’s best institutions like Calastone need to operate on-chain with no compromise to trust or performance.”“We expect rapid scaling from pilots to production as more managers and investors move to on-chain distribution,” added Simon. “The connectivity between traditional funds and on-chain liquidity opens access to both existing and new investor bases globally.

Source: Fund Europe