Key Points:
- Serenity, Chainlink, Zoniqx, and C-Gold launched a compliant dual-token gold tokenization framework.
- Initial phase targets up to 100,000 ounces of gold, roughly USD 500 million.
- System pairs an audited, redeemable commodity token with a free-floating utility token (RWS).
- Chainlink provides pricing, Proof of Reserve, and cross-chain interoperability.
Serenity Labs has introduced a framework designed to help institutions tokenize physical gold, marking another push to bring real-world assets onto blockchain infrastructure. The system, built in collaboration with Chainlink, Zoniqx, and vault operator C-Gold Technologies, is structured to support regulated issuers and institutional investors seeking exposure to commodity-backed digital assets.
According to the company, the initial phase will manage roughly 100,000 ounces of gold, valued at approximately $500 million at current prices. The platform combines proof-of-reserve verification, secure vault storage, and blockchain-based issuance to ensure that tokenized assets correspond to audited physical holdings.
Dual-Token Structure Aims To Balance Ownership and Utility
Serenity’s model uses two linked tokens. The primary token represents direct ownership of vaulted gold, allowing holders to redeem their allocation subject to platform conditions. A separate utility token, RWS, powers operational functions such as validation, transaction processing, and audit coordination.
Chainlink provides core infrastructure through its Proof of Reserve system and price feeds, which help synchronize on-chain records with audited physical assets held in custody. The integration also uses Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), enabling asset transfers and communication across supported blockchain networks.
Zoniqx provides compliance and lifecycle management tools that meet regulatory requirements for real-world asset issuance. Meanwhile, C-Gold Technologies oversees physical procurement, vault management, and audit coordination through its network of regulated storage facilities.
Institutional Demand Drives Commodity Tokenization Push
The initiative reflects growing institutional interest in tokenized commodities, particularly gold, which remains widely used as a reserve and settlement asset. Tokenization is increasingly seen as a way to improve liquidity, transparency, and transfer efficiency while maintaining verifiable backing.
However, several operational factors remain under scrutiny, including audit transparency, vault custody arrangements, and redemption mechanics. Institutional adoption will likely depend on regulatory clarity and demonstrable trust in reserve verification processes.
Serenity’s approach highlights a broader shift toward compliance-focused infrastructure as financial institutions explore blockchain-based representations of physical assets. While tokenized gold platforms have existed for years, institutional-grade systems that combine regulated custody, independent audits, and interoperable blockchain infrastructure are still emerging.
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