Former Binance Executive Joins Hilbert Group to Expand Tokenized Fund Platform Syntetika

Former Binance executive Ryan Horn has joined Hilbert Group, a Sweden-based publicly listed digital asset manager, to support the rollout of Syntetika, an onchain platform for tokenized assets and funds. Horn, known for securing high-profile partnerships during his tenure at Binance—including a notable deal with football star Cristiano Ronaldo—now advises Hilbert on Syntetika’s strategy to tokenize investment vehicles while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks [1].

Syntetika is designed to provide a regulated environment for tokenized fund offerings, aiming to bridge traditional finance and decentralized markets. The platform will leverage Galactica’s zero-knowledge technology to verify user identities without exposing sensitive data, offering blockchain-based access to Hilbert’s investment strategies [2]. Hilbert CEO Barnali Biswal emphasized that Horn’s mission is to “unite tokenized economies with tangible outcomes,” underscoring the firm’s commitment to integrating blockchain with mainstream financial infrastructure [3].

The move aligns with a broader trend of financial institutions exploring tokenization to enhance liquidity and fractional ownership in traditionally illiquid markets. In July, major firms like Goldman Sachs and BNY Mellon announced plans to offer tokenized money market funds, while French fintech Spiko raised $22 million to expand tokenized fund access in the U.S. and EU. Meanwhile, eToro and Robinhood have also moved to tokenize real-world assets, such as U.S. stocks and ETFs, using blockchain-based models [4].

Horn’s appointment signals Hilbert’s strategic focus on attracting experienced professionals from leading crypto firms. His background in cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance is expected to help Syntetika secure institutional partnerships and accelerate product development [5]. Analysts note that Horn’s expertise could be pivotal in addressing the compliance challenges that have historically slowed the adoption of crypto-based financial instruments [6].

Syntetika differentiates itself from many peer platforms by emphasizing regulatory alignment, a key factor in building trust with institutional investors. The platform aims to provide a secure, scalable infrastructure for tokenized fund offerings, leveraging blockchain to enable 24/7 settlement and transparent ownership tracking [7]. However, the tokenization space remains untested in many jurisdictions, and Syntetika will need to demonstrate both technical and operational robustness to gain widespread adoption.

As regulators continue to refine their approaches to digital assets, platforms like Syntetika may serve as test cases for broader acceptance of tokenized finance. Hilbert’s initiative reflects a growing industry consensus that blockchain has the potential to redefine how traditional financial instruments are structured, traded, and governed [8].

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

[2] https://mx.advfn.com/bolsa-de-valores/COIN/MKRUSD/crypto-news/96619008/ex-binance-dealmaker-joins-hilbert-group-to-launch

[3] https://cryptorank.io/news/tag/blockchain

[4] https://cointelegraph.com/category/latest-news

[5] https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/surf-2

[6] https://ground.news/interest/thespuzz

[7] https://cryptowidgets.net/

[8] https://khabarpu.com/b.htm?u=Ex-Binance-dealmaker-joins-Hilbert-Group-to-launch-tokenized-funds-platform_Y29pbnRlbGVncmFwaC5jb20vbmV3cy9leC1iaW5hbmNlLWRlYWxtYWtlci1oaWxiZXJ0LWdyb3VwLXRva2VuaXplZC1mdW5kcy1wbGF0Zm9ybT91dG1fc291cmNlPXJzc19mZWVkJmFtcDt1dG1fbWVkaXVtPXJzcyZhbXA7dXRtX2NhbXBhaWduPXJzc19wYXJ0bmVyX2luYm91bmQ=_Q29pbnRlbGVncmFwaA==