PANews reported on December 18th that, according to CoinDesk, Brazil's main stock exchange, B3, plans to launch a tokenization platform and issue its own stablecoin next year to deepen its involvement in the cryptocurrency space. The tokenization platform will allow assets to be tokenized and traded on the exchange, sharing the same liquidity pool as traditional markets. To support settlement, B3 also plans to issue a stablecoin. This stablecoin will act as a payment and clearing tool within the tokenized environment, reducing reliance on existing cash processes. The stablecoin is expected to be pegged to the Brazilian Real.

B3 is also expanding its cryptocurrency-related derivatives business. Products under development include weekly options on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, as well as event-driven contracts pegged to cryptocurrency prices. These instruments are currently under review by the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM), the Brazilian securities regulator.