Episode 16: Private Equity Tokenization: Democratizing Alternative Assets

Unlocking Private Equity: The Future of Tokenization In this final episode of Module Four on Real World Asset Tokenization, Ali Davoudi discusses the transformative potential of private equity tokenization. He explains why private equity matters, highlighting its $10 trillion global value but noting that access is limited to accredited investors. Ali explores three models for tokenizing private equity: tokenizing fund shares, direct investments in private companies, and secondary markets for existing stakes. He delves into the challenges, such as regulatory compliance and governance, and shares examples of successful implementations. He also provides practical advice for investors, underscoring the importance of understanding underlying investments, evaluating platforms, and reading legal documents. Ali concludes with his vision for the next decade, outlining a future where tokenization could democratize access and improve liquidity in private markets. 00:00 Introduction to Private Equity Tokenization 00:52 Why Private Markets Matter 02:18 Approaches to Tokenizing Private Equity 03:46 Tokenizing Private Equity Funds 05:17 Direct Tokenization of Private Companies 06:42 Secondary Markets for Private Equity 07:59 Regulatory Challenges 09:23 Personal Insights on Private Investing 10:22 Success Stories and Future Vision 12:52 Lessons from Real World Asset Tokenization 14:08 Investor's Guide to Tokenized Private Equity 15:37 Connecting to the Next Module 16:21 Closing Thoughts Get full access to Bitcoin, Blockchain and Tokenization at oldmennewmoney.substack.com/subscribe