Calastone starts on-chain fund distribution through Polygon, speeding settlement and trimming operational costs.
Tokenized share classes on Polygon widen investor access and boost transparency across global markets.
Calastone, the world’s largest funds network processing more than £250 billion each month, has introduced tokenized fund share classes on Polygon. The launch links 4,500 financial institutions across 58 markets, setting a new milestone for blockchain use in global fund operations.
The integration allows asset managers to issue and manage fund share classes directly through blockchain systems while keeping the same compliance and administrative practices they already follow. The move aims to simplify settlement and cut costs across borders, powered by Polygon’s low transaction fees and instant processing speeds.
Adam Belding, Chief Technology Officer at Calastone, said,
Calastone Tokenised Distribution offers asset managers a powerful new route to market. We make
