Franklin Templeton today announced that its proprietary Benji Technology Platform will be integrated with the Canton Network, a permissioned blockchain designed for institutional finance. The move will allow the firm’s global institutional clients to transact tokenized investment products on a private, regulated chain that meets stringent privacy and compliance requirements.
The expansion positions Franklin Templeton at the forefront of a rapidly growing tokenization market, which is projected to reach $1.24 trillion by 2025 and $5.25 trillion by 2029. By leveraging Canton’s interoperability and privacy features, the firm can offer seamless on‑chain collateral management and liquidity services, creating new revenue streams and strengthening its competitive edge against other asset managers that are still limited to off‑chain or public‑chain solutions.
Benji’s integration with Canton will enable regulated, on‑chain transactions that support institutional custody, settlement, and collateralization. The platform’s existing capabilities—such as intraday yield calculation and real‑time settlement—will now be extended to a network that can handle high‑volume, high‑value institutional trades while maintaining compliance with U.S. and international regulations. This capability is expected to drive higher adoption of Franklin’s tokenized mutual funds and other on‑chain products, thereby expanding the firm’s digital‑asset footprint.
Roger Bayston, Head of Digital Assets, said, “Our goal is to meet institutions where they are and where they’re headed. Integrating Benji with Canton gives us a private blockchain option that delivers the interoperability clients expect, without compromising transparency or security.” The quote underscores the firm’s focus on providing secure, compliant technology that aligns with institutional risk profiles.
Franklin Templeton’s broader digital‑asset strategy has included the launch of tokenized mutual funds on multiple chains and the development of a dedicated blockchain‑integrated stack since 2021. The company’s recent financials show mixed revenue growth—$8.64 billion in the trailing twelve months ending June 30 2025, a 68.7% decline year‑over‑year—yet the firm remains committed to scaling its digital‑asset offerings. The Canton integration is a key component of that scaling effort, aiming to capture a larger share of the tokenization market while mitigating regulatory headwinds.
In summary, the Benji‑Canton partnership expands Franklin Templeton’s technological capabilities, opens new revenue opportunities in liquidity and collateral services, and reinforces its position as a leader in institutional tokenization. The move aligns with the firm’s long‑term strategy to embed blockchain rails into global capital markets and to deliver secure, compliant digital‑asset solutions to institutional investors.
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