According to reports, Bitpanda has officially launched Vision Chain, a dedicated blockchain network designed to bridge the gap between traditional European banking and the burgeoning tokenized asset market. Developed in collaboration with the Vision Web3 Foundation and leveraging Optimism’s technology, the new Layer 2 network provides a regulated environment for financial institutions to issue and settle digital assets.
The platform aims to streamline the integration of real-world assets (RWAs) into the legacy financial system while ensuring strict compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCAR) and MiFID II frameworks. By utilizing euro-denominated stablecoins for transaction fees, Vision Chain seeks to eliminate the price volatility typically associated with public blockchains, making it a more viable “plug-and-play” solution for risk-averse banks.
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— Bitpanda (@Bitpanda_global) March 25, 2026
Institutional demand drives tokenization infrastructure
The launch comes at a time when European financial institutions are facing a significant readiness gap. A recent market study by Bitpanda and Zeb revealed that while 80% of European banks acknowledge the importance of crypto, only 19% within the EU currently offer digital asset services. Vision Chain is positioned to close this gap by offering an onshore, authorized platform that satisfies the mandatory regulatory requirements for crypto service providers in the region.
As global finance shifts toward 24/7 automated settlement, Bitpanda’s move mirrors a broader industry trend of full-stack financial evolution. The firm is also preparing for a potential Frankfurt IPO in the first half of 2026, with a target valuation of up to €5 billion. By launching a regulated chain, Bitpanda is transitioning from a retail-focused broker to a foundational infrastructure provider for the entire European digital finance ecosystem.
According to data from RWA.xyz, the total value of tokenized real-world assets surpassed $24 billion in early 2026, driven largely by institutional interest in low-volatility products like U.S. Treasuries and money market funds. In emerging markets, tokenization is already providing critical access to dollar-denominated assets and faster remittance options.
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