SEBI and RBI Launch Pilot for Tokenised Corporate Bonds Using Blockchain and CBDC
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), alongside the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has launched India's first pilot project for tokenised corporate bonds using blockchain technology and central bank digital currency (CBDC). The initiative, introduced at the Global Fintech Fest 2026, aims to enhance settlement speed, reduce risks, and integrate securities with programmable infrastructure. SEBI is also implementing a global AI supervisory toolkit to improve risk management and regulatory oversight in the securities market. The pilot currently involves three issuers and may expand to other financial assets.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–70/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 9 Sept, 08:16 am. Other outlets followed.