Dinari Launches Financial Network to Tokenize 150+ U.S. Equities on Avalanche Blockchain

Dinari, a U.S.-based SEC transfer agent specializing in 1:1 backed tokenized stocks and ETFs, has announced a significant advancement in the tokenized finance space by unlocking U.S. stock trading on the Avalanche blockchain. This move enables 150+ U.S. equities to be tokenized and traded on a global scale, representing a bridge between traditional finance and blockchain innovation [2]. The initiative is part of Dinari’s broader strategy to expand the utility of blockchain beyond digital assets and into real-world financial instruments.

To support this effort, Dinari has launched the Dinari Financial Network, a layer-1 blockchain powered by Avalanche, specifically designed to facilitate the clearing and settlement of tokenized stocks. This network is not intended for speculative retail trading but serves as a regulated infrastructure for tokenized markets. The solution addresses a growing challenge in the sector: fragmented liquidity across multiple blockchains. Dinari’s flagship product, dShares, already allows users to hold tokenized versions of U.S. equities on chains like Base, Arbitrum, and Plume, with Solana support in development. The Dinari Financial Network acts as a unifying L1 layer that coordinates liquidity across these ecosystems, enabling consistent pricing and seamless settlement regardless of the trade’s origin [1].

The governance of the Dinari Financial Network is managed by a consortium of industry players with real-world market infrastructure experience, including validators such as Gemini, BitGo, and VanEck. This collaboration ensures that the network aligns with traditional financial market principles while operating in a decentralized environment. The approach mirrors the function of a traditional clearinghouse, adapted for the decentralized market, and is designed to maintain regulatory compliance while ensuring interoperability with other blockchain ecosystems.

Regulatory alignment is a core feature of Dinari’s infrastructure. While many blockchains prioritize speed or user adoption, Dinari has embedded compliance mechanisms such as KYC, AML, and full auditability directly into the network. By leveraging Avalanche’s architecture, the company can maintain these controls while remaining interoperable with other chains. Each partner chain contributes specific expertise in custody, compliance, and operations, ensuring that tokenized securities remain secure and legally compliant from issuance through settlement.

Martin Burgherr, Chief Clients Officer at Sygnum, noted that building proprietary layer-1 networks like the Dinari Financial Network offers enhanced control, interoperability, and regulatory alignment, enabling firms to embed compliance and manage transaction costs more effectively [3]. This development aligns with the broader trend of companies such as Circle and Stripe exploring the creation of custom blockchains for stablecoins and tokenized securities. Dinari’s focus on U.S. equities, however, positions it uniquely in the market, as these assets represent a substantial portion of global financial activity.

The integration of U.S. stocks on Avalanche could also influence existing layer-1 networks, particularly those competing in the high-throughput, low-fee payment space [4]. While Ethereum remains a dominant player in institutional finance, the emergence of purpose-built chains like Dinari’s may shift market dynamics over time. Analysts suggest that the success of these new entrants will depend on their ability to build trust, secure deep liquidity, and innovate technologically [5]. Dinari’s solution is expected to enhance capital flows, reduce settlement times, and improve access to U.S. equity markets for international investors.

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[1] Daily Digital Currency Update (2025-08-18) (https://news.futunn.com/en/post/60729330/daily-digital-currency-update-2025-08-18)

[2] Vikinh (@Vikin269) / X (https://x.com/Vikin269)

[3] Why Circle and Stripe (And Many Others) Are Launching (https://www.coinglass.com/ru/news/535548)

[4] Complete Guide to Trading Stocks on Blockchain in 2025 (https://coinbrain.com/blog/complete-guide-to-trading-stocks-on-blockchain)

[5] Analysis: Companies like Circle and Stripe create (https://www.chaincatcher.com/en/article/2198152)