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BNY and Citadel Securities Complete First Tokenized U.S. Treasury Triparty Repo
BNY has successfully completed the first triparty repo transaction utilizing a tokenized U.S. Treasury, in collaboration with Citadel Securities. This groundbreaking transaction demonstrates the potential for tokenized assets to enhance institutional workflows, from execution to financing.
Citadel Securities acquired a two-year U.S. Treasury note via BNY on Tradeweb. The tokenized version of the security was recorded on BNY’s private digital ledger, allowing for settlement within minutes, significantly faster than the traditional T+1 cycle.
The tokenized Treasury was subsequently employed as collateral in an overnight triparty repo, with BNY providing cash in exchange. Carolyn Weinberg, Chief Innovation & Market Transformation Officer at BNY, emphasized the significance of this transaction, stating it illustrates the possibilities when tokenized assets are integrated into institutional processes.
Dan Doherty, Digital Assets Operations Lead at Citadel Securities, highlighted the efficiency gains from this innovation, noting that it facilitates the smooth movement of high-quality collateral, which is essential for well-functioning markets.
Looking ahead, BNY plans to enhance its offerings by introducing digital cash and tokenized deposit capabilities, aimed at further improving on-chain settlement and financing activities for institutional clients. As of June 30, 2026, BNY manages over $62.6 trillion in assets under custody and $2.2 trillion in assets under management.
FAQ
What is the significance of the first tokenized U.S. Treasury triparty repo transaction?
The transaction represents a groundbreaking step in integrating tokenized assets into institutional workflows, showcasing the potential for faster settlement and improved efficiency in financial markets.
How does a tokenized U.S. Treasury enhance transaction speed?
The tokenized version of the U.S. Treasury is recorded on BNY’s private digital ledger, allowing for settlement within minutes, compared to the traditional T+1 cycle.
Who were the key participants in this transaction?
The transaction was completed by BNY in collaboration with Citadel Securities, with Citadel acquiring a two-year U.S. Treasury note via BNY on Tradeweb.
What future plans does BNY have regarding digital assets?
BNY plans to enhance its offerings by introducing digital cash and tokenized deposit capabilities to further improve on-chain settlement and financing activities for institutional clients.
What is the current asset management status of BNY?
As of June 30, 2026, BNY manages over $62.6 trillion in assets under custody and $2.2 trillion in assets under management.