EDX Markets partners with VerifiedX to launch institutional spot trading of tokenized Bitcoin

vBTC: vBTC is a tokenized form of Bitcoin issued by VerifiedX that is backed 1:1 by native BTC and remains redeemable for it at all times. It enables programmable financial applications such as on-chain payments, lending, and asset management while preserving underlying Bitcoin ownership. The token is being introduced for institutional spot trading through the EDX Markets partnership. VerifiedX: VerifiedX operates a programmable layer-two protocol for Bitcoin and other crypto assets, enabling tokenized and programmable versions of these assets. Its flagship product is vBTC, a one-to-one backed tokenized Bitcoin designed for use in financial applications. Through the partnership, VerifiedX is expanding institutional access to vBTC via EDX Markets' trading venue while gaining EDX as a network validator. EDX Markets: EDX Markets is a Chicago-based digital asset technology firm that operates an institution-only trading venue combined with a central clearinghouse. It is backed by major financial institutions including Citadel Securities, Fidelity Digital Assets, and Charles Schwab. In this news, EDX Markets announced a partnership to introduce spot trading of tokenized Bitcoin (vBTC) on its platform and to join the VerifiedX network as a validator. Tokenization: Institutions are advancing toward a tokenized onchain future, with tokenization providing structural advantages for asset managers and helping reach new markets. Bitcoin Infrastructure: Recent developments highlight growing institutional demand for infrastructure that allows Bitcoin to support trading, payments, and other applications without fragmentation across platforms. Institutional Adoption: A majority of institutional executives expect digital assets to reach mainstream adoption within five years, with tokenization emerging as a leading strategic priority.