最新报道：According to a new report from Bitfinex Securities El Salvador, tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) can help address structural inefficiencies in Latin American capital markets and accelerate investment flows. The Latin America Market Inclusion Report, published on August 20th by Bitfinex Securities El Salvador, states that tokenizing RWAs can reduce issuance costs for capital raises by up to 4% and shorten time to market by up to 90 days. RWAs have the potential to disrupt market inefficiencies. The report highlights key barriers to the regional market. High fees, complex bureaucracy, and limited investor participation slow capital flows and restrict access for entrepreneurs and investors. The report refers to these issues as "liquidity delays," describing how outdated structures and regulatory bottlenecks hinder the efficient functioning of markets. Tokenization is considered a direct response to these barriers. By digitizing bonds, stocks, or funds on a blockchain system, ownership becomes decentralized and more efficient. Each token represents a unit of an asset, allowing for fractional participation and broader access. The report states that tokenization can reduce issuance costs to just 2%–4% of the funds raised. Time to market can be shortened from several months to 60–90 days. These improvements could help create more inclusive financial markets throughout Latin America. Jesse Knutson, Head of Operations at Bitfinex Securities, stated that tokenization will significantly transform Latin America's financial industry. El Salvador Leads the Way. Bitfinex noted that Latin America has a unique advantage in tokenization due to regulatory progress in some countries. El Salvador recognized Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021 and passed the Law on the Issuance of Digital Assets (LEAD) in 2023, creating a regulated framework for tokenized securities. Bitfinex was the first platform to obtain a Digital Asset Service Provider license under LEAD. Since then, it has facilitated trading in tokenized U.S. Treasury bonds, aiming to provide global investors with a hedge against the U.S. dollar. This latest move also aligns with El Salvador's broader strategy to position itself as a global leader in digital finance. Earlier this month, the country's Bitcoin Office announced plans to introduce a Bitcoin-centric bank, potentially opening the door to deposits, loans, and payment services conducted entirely in cryptocurrency. Analysts suggest that such an institution, combined with initiatives for tokenized securities, could strengthen El Salvador's role as a testing ground for alternative financial models and accelerate the integration of blockchain-based systems into mainstream markets.