J.P. Morgan Partners with Apollo for Project Guardian, Explore Tokenization of Investment Portfolios

Published: November 15, 2023 at 3:58 am Updated: November 15, 2023 at 3:58 am

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November 15, 2023 at 3:58 am

In Brief

J.P. Morgan’s Onyx Digital Assets division and Apollo aim to lead the way in tokenizing investment portfolios through Project Guardian.

J.P. Morgan’s Onyx Digital Assets division announced a partnership with investment firm Apollo to pioneer the tokenization of investment portfolios across blockchains. The initiative, part of the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Project Guardian aims to demonstrate the potential of blockchain technology to manage large-scale client portfolios and execute trades.

The collaboration also involves key partners like Axelar, Oasis Pro and Provenance Blockchain Zones, aiming to improve interoperability and automated portfolio management of tokenized financial assets.

Proof-of-Concept for Interoperable Blockchain Finance

The proof-of-concept (POC) developed by Onyx Digital Assets in partnership with Apollo will enable fund managers to tokenize funds. It also aims to allow wealth managers to purchase and rebalance positions in tokenized assets across multiple blockchains.

This system will standardize transaction settlement processes on interoperable blockchains. Notably, Onyx Digital Assets utilized the Axelar network for interoperability with the Provenance Blockchain Zone, a private and permissioned blockchain, where Oasis Pro facilitated the tokenization of assets like Apollo funds.

Implications for Asset & Wealth Management

This collaboration marks a significant step in blockchain finance, showcasing the automatic management of tokenized traditional and alternative investments across diverse systems.

The initiative also reflects J.P. Morgan and Apollo’s commitment to creating efficient solutions for asset and wealth managers. It is expected to bring significant efficiencies and better outcomes for investors through automated, scalable portfolios that transcend asset classes and management boundaries.

J.P. Morgan and Apollo’s venture into blockchain-driven portfolio management and tokenization underscores the potential of blockchain technology in transforming traditional financial services. Additionally, it highlights the growing importance of interoperability in the evolving landscape of institutional financial services.

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