Asset Tokenization in 2025: How Steven Gaertner from Tiamonds Brings Precious Stones to the Blockchain
- S1E6
- 47:37
- May 22nd 2025
In this episode of Blockchain: Beyond the Hype, Janna De Vos sits down with Steven Gaertner, Head of Tiamonds, to explore the tokenisation of diamonds and other precious assets. They unpack how blockchain is revolutionising ownership, improving transparency, and creating trust in traditionally opaque industries. Discover the future of investing in physical assets.
What You'll Learn in This Episode
- How tokenisation links real-world diamonds to NFTs using blockchain technology
- Why regulation and transparency are essential for trust in physical asset trading
- The role of platforms like Tiamonds in democratising access to exclusive commodities
- How physical asset validation and secure storage build investor confidence
- What the rise of regulated digital asset markets means for global investment
Meet Our Guest
Steven Gaertner is Head of Tiamonds and a seasoned Web3 advisor. With a rich background in both the diamond industry and blockchain, Steven pioneers the tokenisation of physical assets, blending traditional value with cutting-edge technology.
About the Host
Janna De Vos is Director of Commercial Strategy at Vodworks and Kumo. With a background in marketing, partnerships, and product across Southeast Asia, she brings a sharp eye for innovation and sustainable growth in the tech sector.
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