Indodax Expands Investor Access to Global Blockchain-Based Assets
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indodax is introducing seven tokenized stocks as an effort to expand Indonesian investors’ access to global stock exposure through blockchain technology.
Indodax Vice President Antony Kusuma stated that this initiative is part of innovations to provide alternative investment instruments for members, in line with the increasing integration between traditional financial markets and the digital asset ecosystem, which is becoming more open to retail investors.
The introduction of tokenized stocks, he continued in his statement in Jakarta on Wednesday, reflects the global trend in bridging access between traditional financial markets and blockchain technology.
The seven assets representing shares of global companies that Indodax will introduce are Tesla (TSLAX), Alphabet (GOOGLX), NVIDIA (NVDAX), Circle (CRCLX), Apple (AAPLX), Amazon (AMZNX), and Coinbase (COINX), operating on the Solana network.
“Through tokenized stocks, we see a shift in how investors access global assets, making it more open and flexible. This is not just about ease of access, but also how blockchain technology can simplify processes that were previously more complex,” he said.
However, he added, understanding the mechanisms and risks remains crucial so that investors can make informed decisions.
Antony explained that tokenized stocks are digital assets whose value is pegged at a 1:1 ratio to the share prices of companies on traditional capital markets.
Through this scheme, investors can purchase global shares in the form of tokens traded on the blockchain network, without having to go through the conventional process of opening an international brokerage account.
Compared to traditional stock trading, he added, tokenized stocks allow for fractional ownership, enabling investors to access assets in smaller units.
Additionally, trading can occur 24 hours a day without interruption, unlike conventional stock exchanges that have limited operating hours.
“This asset also provides ease of access to global markets, as investors do not need to go through the relatively more complex process of opening an international brokerage account,” he said.
From a transaction efficiency perspective, according to Antony, the blockchain-based system enables real-time transaction processing and withdrawals at any time without obstacles.
Nevertheless, differences in characteristics between the crypto market, which operates 24/7, and conventional stock exchanges with limited hours can cause price discrepancies at certain times, making understanding the instrument’s mechanisms essential for investors.
Looking ahead, he expressed commitment to maintaining a balance between introducing innovations and strengthening education, as the variety of instruments in the digital asset industry continues to grow.
“This effort is expected to encourage a more transparent, secure, and sustainable ecosystem for all members,” he said.