Ryan Horn Joins Hilbert Group to Advance Tokenized Funds Platform Syntetika

Ryan Horn, a former executive at Binance known for brokering high-profile partnerships, has joined Hilbert Group’s advisory board to support the development of Syntetika, a tokenized funds platform. This move marks a significant shift as Hilbert Group, a publicly listed digital asset manager based in Sweden, aims to bridge traditional finance and blockchain through onchain financial instruments. Horn, who previously secured deals involving prominent figures such as Cristiano Ronaldo during his tenure at Binance, will play a strategic role in shaping Syntetika’s rollout [1].

Syntetika, still in the development phase, is designed to issue and trade tokenized funds under regulatory oversight, offering institutional and professional investors access to digital asset strategies. The platform will integrate Galactica’s zero-knowledge verification system to ensure user privacy while maintaining compliance. This technology is expected to streamline fund governance and enhance transparency, aligning with Hilbert Group’s mission to apply traditional asset management principles to digital markets [1].

Hilbert Group CEO Barnali Biswal stated that Horn’s role is to “unite tokenized economies with tangible outcomes,” emphasizing the platform’s intent to deliver real-world financial impact through blockchain innovation [1]. The platform’s approach aligns with broader industry trends, as both traditional and crypto-native firms increasingly explore tokenization as a means of improving liquidity and efficiency in asset management [4].

Horn’s appointment reflects the growing convergence of traditional finance and Web3. As regulatory frameworks in the U.S. and Europe clarify, firms like Goldman Sachs and BNY Mellon are launching tokenized money market funds, while platforms such as eToro and Robinhood are introducing tokenized versions of stocks and ETFs. Meanwhile, exchanges including Kraken and Bybit are offering access to tokenized equities, signaling a shift toward blockchain-based investment structures [1].

The timing of Horn’s move is strategic. With over 60 tokenized US stocks already available on platforms like Backed Finance’s xStocks, and Coinbase seeking SEC approval for tokenized stock trading, the industry is accelerating toward mainstream adoption. Horn’s expertise in cross-border operations and digital asset strategy is expected to help Syntetika navigate challenges such as custody and interoperability while expanding access to institutional-grade investment products [1].

The appointment also underscores the evolving role of former crypto executives as key architects of the next-generation financial infrastructure. As the tokenized finance space matures, the demand for professionals who can bridge the gap between blockchain and traditional markets is likely to grow. Horn’s transition from Binance to Hilbert Group exemplifies this trend, positioning Syntetika as a potential blueprint for future tokenized fund platforms [4].

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[1] Ex-Binance dealmaker joins Hilbert Group to launch tokenized funds platform (Cointelegraph)

https://cointelegraph.com/news/ex-binance-dealmaker-hilbert-group-tokenized-funds-platform

[4] Ex Binance dealmaker joins Hilbert Group to launch ... (Khabarpu)

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