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Franklin Templeton Leverages DeFi and Stellar for Tokenization with Benji

At the recent Crypto Valley Conference 2025, Franklin Templeton discussed its innovative Benji token and its integration with the Stellar network in the context of decentralized finance (DeFi).

Catriona Kellas, International Legal Lead for Digital Projects, emphasized that the firm has been invested in crypto since 2018, viewing it as a revolutionary technology rather than merely an asset class.

Despite facing challenges during the crypto winter, Franklin Templeton launched pioneering products such as Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, demonstrating their enduring commitment to digital assets.

The choice of the Stellar network was strategic for creating their tokenized fund, allowing for secure, token-level controls that meet regulatory standards set by the SEC.

Kellas highlighted that tokenization has potential beyond financial markets, enabling new asset classes like intellectual property and cultural assets, thus expanding investment opportunities.

Franklin Templeton’s approach to DeFi is geared towards practicality, focusing on tangible benefits such as peer-to-peer transfers and precise yield payouts, which are particularly innovative.

With the introduction of a patent-pending yield system, they aim to enhance the competitiveness of traditional assets within the DeFi sector.

The Benji token is set to expand globally, offering a multi-coin strategy and adapting based on client feedback to meet evolving needs in the digital asset space.

Franklin Templeton recently received approval to launch Benji in Singapore, indicating their commitment to growth and adaptation in an ever-changing landscape.

As they continue to educate both Web3 natives and traditional sectors on the benefits of tokenization, Franklin Templeton is positioning itself as a leader in the integration of digital assets within mainstream finance.