Source: The Tokenizer
The TADS Awards, recognized as the premier international awards for the Tokenized Assets and Digitized Securities (TADS) sectors, proudly announces the winners of its 4th Annual ceremony. The prestigious event, held to acknowledge outstanding contributions and achievements in the global TADS industry, celebrated remarkable advancements in tokenization.
The TADS Awards 2023 featured a rigorous judging process, with industry experts and thought leaders carefully evaluating nominations from various countries and territories, including Australia, the United States, Singapore, China, and the United Kingdom. The diverse international representation ensured a comprehensive evaluation of nominees based on their expertise and insights.
In the ceremony, fifteen winners were unveiled across three distinct award categories:
- Best of Class TADS
- Ecosystem Excellence
- Web3 Innovations
These categories spotlighted exceptional players in the TADS industry, recognizing their transformative impact.
The TADS Awards 2023 Awards Presentation Ceremony is scheduled to take place in early February 2024 at Hong Kong Cyberport. The event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries to celebrate the remarkable advancements and transformative power of tokenization.
The TADS Awards 2023 Winners:
- Best of Class TADS: Issuers of Tokenized Assets & Digitized Securities
- Private Equity Award: PUBLISH
- Fixed & Commercial Asset Award: Real-X-Token
- Tokenized Debt & Bond Award: Helix
- Arts & Collectible Award: GemSet
- Tokenized Fund Award: Frictionless Markets
Rising Stars
- Ecosystem Excellence: Service Providers and Vertical Solution Providers
- Identity & RegTech Solution Award: Shufti Pro
- Tokenization & Brokerage Solution Award: Hamsa
- Custodian & Trust Solution Award: Manta Network
- DeFi & Asset Management Solution Award: Harbour Industrial Capital
- Trading & Liquidity Solution Award: Matrixport
Rising Stars
- Web3 Innovations: Technology Companies and Service Operators in Web3 Space
- Artificial Intelligence Solution Award: Node Nexus Network
- Metaverse, AR/ER, NFT Solution Award: CanvasLand
- Game, IOT & Robotic Award: LOST (Lemniscate Imagination)
- SDG / ESG Solution Award: MetAmazonia
- DLT, Blockchain & Cyber Security Award: XDC Network
Rising Stars
- Student Category: In Collaboration with Fintechstic organized by HKUST Business School
- Winner: MDB – Tokenized Bond for the Blue Economy
“We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 4th Annual TADS Awards. Congratulations to all the winners who have made significant contributions to the growth and development of the sector.”
The TADS Awards 2023 demonstrated an expanded ecosystem, incorporating collaborations with student communities from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. This initiative aimed to bring in fresh perspectives and nurture talents in the rapidly evolving TADS sector.
“In this 4th edition of Fintechstic, we are very delighted to collaborate with TADS Awards,” highlighting the record student participation of more than 800 students.
“The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has been ranked No. 1 university for blockchain in the world, and we are pleased to collaborate with TADS Awards to allow students to gain research experience at the forefront of the industry.”
The TADS Awards has gained international recognition since its launch in 2020, showcasing the dynamic and innovative nature of the Tokenized Asset & Digitized Securities industry. The awards not only promote excellence and best practices but also focus on developing education and training programs for TechFin talents to support the growth of the sector.
“Tokenized Assets & Digitized Securities, TADS, are global opportunities. Hong Kong has a good track record as the international financial hub and is the ideal city for building the next-generation digital asset hub.”
The TADS Awards is co-organized by Asia Pacific Digital Economy Institute, Coinstreet, and DAS Seminars. It has received strong support from strategic partners, including Accenture, Deloitte Hong Kong, InvestHK, and Microsoft Hong Kong, among others.
