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tokenized

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[toh-kuhn-ahyzd] / ˈtoʊ kənˌaɪzd /

adjective

  1. reduced to or represented by a token or tokens.

  2. Computers. converted into or substituted with a token.

  3. Computers. represented by a token on a blockchain network.

  4. Linguistics. divided into meaningful units to allow easier analysis.

  5. treated so as to give the appearance of equality or representation, without actually receiving equitable treatment, resources, or opportunities.


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The fourth-largest U.S. bank by assets said clients will be able to transfer, program and settle funds around the clock through tokenized deposits, which are traditional funds represented as digital tokens on a blockchain.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

The path to a tokenized Wall Street has cleared in recent months, with many firms now racing to launch their own platforms, funds and deposit networks that move or store tokens.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

A tokenized deposits network could carry many of the same benefits as stablecoins do without cutting banks out of the process.

From Barron's Jun. 22, 2026

Traditional banks and payment companies are launching digital payment networks with tokenized deposits.

From Barron's Jun. 22, 2026

Plus, FIFA’s World Cup grass experiment and why Citigroup is rolling out tokenized shares.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 12, 2026

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