Franklin Templeton Brings Tokenized Investments to BNB Chain
Franklin Templeton, a global asset manager with $1.6 trillion under management, has integrated its Benji Technology Platform onto the BNB Chain. This strategic move, announced in September 2025, opens up access to tokenized investment products for more institutional and private investors worldwide.
The BNB Chain, known for its fast, low-cost, and compliant infrastructure, provides an ideal platform for Franklin Templeton's Benji Technology Platform. This platform specializes in issuing and managing tokenized real-world assets, with the Franklin OnChain U.S. Government Money Fund (BENJI) being a key offering, valued at almost $732 million.
The collaboration between these two entities strengthens the BNB Chain's ability to deliver faster transactions and reduced fees to users. Roger Bayston, Head of Digital Assets at Franklin Templeton, underscores the importance of meeting investors in their active spaces while maintaining security and compliance in tokenization. Sarah Song, Head of Business Development at BNB Chain, highlights the ecosystem's unique suitability for regulated, tokenized assets due to its fast settlement, low fees, and compliant data tooling.
With the integration of the Benji Technology Platform onto the BNB Chain, Franklin Templeton expands access to tokenized investment products. The Benji platform, with over $732 million in tokenized assets, aims to increase accessibility to regulated, blockchain-powered financial products while prioritizing security and compliance.
