Animoca Brands, a major player in the Web3 space, is making part of its private equity available to the public—via blockchain. Through a new partnership with Republic, the company is tokenizing its shares on Solana, allowing investors to buy and trade fractional stakes online.
Until now, owning part of Animoca was limited to select deals in private markets. This move could change that.
Key Takeaways
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Republic will tokenize a portion of Animoca Brands’ private equity on Solana.
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Tokenized shares are not yet live for trading; approvals are still pending.
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The rights attached to these tokens (voting, dividends, etc.) have not been disclosed.
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Republic brings a large global investor base and infrastructure for compliant secondary markets.
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Solana’s high-speed blockchain infrastructure powers what the Solana Foundation calls “Internet Capital Markets.”
What’s Happening?
Republic will mint digital tokens on the Solana blockchain that represent ownership in Animoca Brands. These tokens go straight to investors’ wallets and can be traded like any other digital asset.
Because Animoca isn’t listed on a public exchange, this gives more people a way to invest in the company for the first time—without needing to buy a large, traditional equity stake.
Other companies like INX and Securitize have already tested similar models, showing how blockchain can open private markets to broader audiences.
The Regulatory Dimension
Trading won’t open immediately. Investors can join Republic’s waiting list, but access depends on regulatory clearance.
Republic emphasizes compliance through KYC/AML checks and a regulated marketplace. The press release did not cite specific frameworks such as MiCAR or UK rules, but stressed that the tokenization is taking place within established securities law.
Another open question is investor rights. Republic has not disclosed whether these tokens will come with voting rights, dividends, or other shareholder privileges, noting that terms could vary depending on how the equity is structured.
How Can You Invest?
If you already own Animoca equity, you’ll soon be able to claim your shares as on-chain tokens. If you’re new, Republic is opening a waiting list to join once approvals are in place.
Once trading begins, you’ll be able to buy and sell fractional shares through Republic’s platform. This means you can get in with smaller amounts—no need to buy full blocks of equity like in traditional investing.
Why It Matters
This isn’t just a win for Animoca—it could mark a shift in how private equity works. Tokenization creates a path for more liquidity, broader investor access, and real-time settlement.
Analysts believe trillions of dollars in real-world assets—like real estate and private shares—could eventually move onto blockchain rails. By taking this step, Animoca provides a real-world case for how that might look.
Animoca’s decision highlights how tokenization can make private equity more accessible and liquid.
Yat Siu, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Animoca Brands, said: “We are excited about Republic’s initiative to tokenize the equity of Animoca Brands, a move that resonates with our core belief in democratizing ownership and access.”
Final Thought
Animoca Brands’ move to tokenize equity on Solana, with Republic providing the infrastructure, reflects both the opportunities and the boundaries of tokenized assets. It offers new access to one of Web3’s most prominent companies, but investors should note that trading is not live yet, and shareholder rights remain to be defined.