Amplify ETFs, which manages over $16.6 billion in assets, has launched two innovative exchange-traded funds: the Amplify Stablecoin Technology ETF (STBQ) and the Amplify Tokenization Technology ETF (TKNQ).
These funds are designed to give investors direct access to companies and crypto assets driving the evolution of digital financial infrastructure.
01 Product Launch
On December 23, 2025, Amplify ETFs, a leading provider of innovative ETFs, officially announced the launch of the market’s first exchange-traded funds focused on stablecoins and asset tokenization.
The two new ETFs—Amplify Stablecoin Technology ETF (STBQ) and Amplify Tokenization Technology ETF (TKNQ)—are both listed for trading on the NYSE Arca.
Christian Magoon, CEO of Amplify ETFs, noted that the company has more than eight years of experience in digital financial innovation. The launch of these new funds reflects their view on the next wave of blockchain technology development.
He believes stablecoins and asset tokenization are becoming essential components of modern financial infrastructure.
02 TKNQ in Detail: Riding the Tokenization Wave
The Amplify Tokenization Technology ETF (TKNQ) targets companies and crypto assets that derive significant revenue, innovation, or infrastructure impact from asset tokenization.
Asset tokenization refers to the process of representing real-world assets—such as real estate, stocks, and bonds—as digital tokens on a blockchain.
With each portfolio rebalancing, approximately 50% to 75% is allocated to equities (equally weighted), and 25% to 50% is allocated to eligible crypto-related assets (weighted by asset).
TKNQ tracks the MarketVector Tokenization Technology Index (MVTKNQ), a rules-based index composed of companies and exchange-traded products (ETPs) involved in tokenization growth, commercialization, and broad adoption.
Tokenization technology enables transparent ownership verification, fractional investing, faster settlement times, and greater accessibility to traditionally illiquid markets.
Analysts predict that as institutional adoption accelerates and regulatory activity increases, the market size for tokenized assets could grow from $176 billion today to over $3.6 trillion by 2030.
03 STBQ in Detail: Investing in the Core of the Stablecoin Ecosystem
The Amplify Stablecoin Technology ETF (STBQ) focuses on innovative stocks and digital assets powering the stablecoin economy.
Stablecoins are digital assets designed to maintain price stability relative to fiat currencies. Today, they facilitate over $9 trillion in annual transaction volume, and analysts estimate the market could expand from roughly $300 billion now to over $3.7 trillion by 2030.
The fund seeks investment results (before fees and expenses) that closely correspond to the total return performance of the MarketVector Stablecoin Technology Index (MVSTBQ).
At each index rebalancing, 25% to 50% of the portfolio is allocated to crypto assets related to stablecoins and decentralized finance (DeFi) use cases.
04 Market and Regulatory Landscape
Stablecoin and tokenization technologies are gaining increasing attention and adoption in global markets. Regulatory frameworks such as the US GENIUS Act and Europe’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) are positioning stablecoins as compliant pillars of digital finance.
For investors, these thematic ETFs offer a relatively convenient and compliant way to gain exposure to the high-growth—but also volatile—crypto and blockchain sectors.
Both funds have a management fee (total expense ratio) of 0.69%. They provide regulated "windows" for traditional financial market investors to participate in the growth narrative of digital assets.
05 Related Investments on Gate
For crypto asset investors active on platforms like Gate, the launch of these ETFs offers a new way to track traditional capital flows.
Notably, both ETFs include crypto assets related to stablecoin and tokenization technologies within their investment scope. For example, reports indicate that the STBQ fund primarily offers spot exposure to major crypto assets such as XRP, SOL, ETH, and LINK.
Investors can easily trade these underlying assets on the Gate platform. As of December 24, 2025, on Gate:
- USDT, as a core stablecoin, is designed to always be pegged to $1, with stability maintained primarily through reserve backing and market arbitrage mechanisms.
- SOL, a leading smart contract platform, is frequently used in various asset tokenization projects.
Understanding the asset composition of these ETFs helps investors gain insight into traditional financial market preferences and allocation strategies for specific crypto assets.
06 Opportunities and Risks
As pioneering products in this sector, Amplify’s two new ETFs open the door for investors to the future of digital finance. They not only streamline the investment process but also signal that stablecoins and asset tokenization are moving from niche innovation to financial mainstream.
Investors should carefully consider the risks before participating. Amplify’s official materials clearly state that investments focused on stablecoins, tokenization, and digital assets are more volatile than broadly diversified portfolios.
Relevant technologies may not deliver expected returns and face risks such as theft, cybersecurity threats, competition, and regulatory uncertainty. Additionally, these funds do not directly invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, or Solana, but may gain indirect crypto exposure through other investment instruments.
Outlook
As of December 24, trading activity on Gate remains strong for assets closely tied to the stablecoin and tokenization ecosystem. USDT continues to serve as the pricing foundation for the entire crypto market, with its dollar peg maintained through complex market arbitrage and reserve mechanisms.
Amplify’s new ETFs act as a bridge, connecting regulated trading on traditional securities exchanges with the vibrant innovation happening on blockchain networks. As STBQ and TKNQ flash across the screens of the NYSE, they represent trillions of dollars in assets whose ownership and liquidity are being redefined.
