Tokenized Gold Could Unlock Bullion’s Next Bull Market by Solving Liquidity Issues, Says Gold Token SA’s Hemecker

Gold has surpassed U.S. Treasuries to become the top central bank reserve asset. The recent energy crisis sparked by the war in Iran underscored its value as a liquidity source, according to Kurt Hemecker, CEO of Gold Token SA.

Speaking to Kitco News, Hemecker said tokenization could turn physical bullion into a 24/7 tradable instrument usable as collateral. “The thesis for gold hasn’t changed,” he noted, stressing that currency debasement, geopolitical uncertainty and diversification remain key drivers.

Trust issues around backing, custody and jurisdiction are the main hurdles. Hemecker called for industry-wide standards and strict service-level agreements to allow broader use by banks and central banks. The recent price correction offers a prime chance to build infrastructure ahead of the next upswing.