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Everything You Need to Know About Tokenization
Find answers to common questions about tokenized assets, investing, and our platform. Learn about our tokenization process and explore investment opportunities.
Asset tokenization in the UAE is revolutionizing investment opportunities through VARA-compliant platforms that enable fractional ownership of real-world assets. Our platform ensures regulatory compliance while providing transparent, secure access to tokenized containers, real estate, and trade inventory.
Common Questions About Tokenization
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General Questions
What is Global Edge?
Global Edge is a platform that tokenizes real-world assets like shipping containers, real estate, and trade inventory, allowing investors to own fractional shares of these assets through blockchain technology. We provide transparency, liquidity, and accessibility to traditionally illiquid investments.
How does asset tokenization work?
Asset tokenization involves converting ownership rights of physical assets into digital tokens on a blockchain. Each token represents a fractional ownership stake in the underlying asset. This process includes legal documentation, asset verification, smart contract deployment, and ongoing monitoring through oracle networks.
What types of assets can I invest in?
You can invest in four main categories: Shipping Containers (with GPS tracking and cargo verification), Real Estate (commercial and residential properties), Trade Tokens (commodity inventory with supply chain data), and Vault Assets (precious metals with secure storage and insurance).
Is Global Edge regulated?
Yes, Global Edge operates under strict regulatory compliance including KYC/AML requirements, SOC 2 Type II certification, and adherence to international financial regulations. We work with licensed custodians and maintain full transparency in all our operations.
What is VARA compliance and why is it important?
VARA (Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority) is the UAE's regulatory framework for virtual assets. Our VARA compliance ensures all tokenized assets meet UAE regulatory standards, providing investor protection, transparent reporting, and legal compliance for all participants in the UAE market.
How do I track my tokenized asset performance?
You can track your investments through our investor dashboard, which provides real-time performance metrics, asset location tracking, income distributions, and portfolio analytics. All data is blockchain-verified and updated continuously through oracle networks.
Investing Questions
What is the minimum investment amount?
The minimum investment varies by asset type, but most assets can be invested in with as little as $50. Some premium assets may have higher minimums, typically ranging from $100 to $1,000. This low barrier to entry makes tokenized assets accessible to a wide range of investors.
How do I earn returns on my investments?
Returns come from multiple sources depending on the asset type: rental income from real estate, freight fees from shipping containers, commodity appreciation from trade tokens, and storage fees from vault assets. Returns are typically distributed monthly or upon asset maturity.
Can I sell my tokens before maturity?
Yes, we operate a secondary market where you can trade your tokens with other investors. While some assets have specific maturity dates, the secondary market provides liquidity if you need to exit your position early. Trading fees apply to secondary market transactions.
What are the typical investment terms?
Investment terms vary by asset type: Shipping containers typically have 30-90 day terms, real estate investments range from 1-5 years, trade tokens have 60-180 day terms, and vault assets can be held indefinitely. All terms are clearly disclosed before investment.
How are asset values determined?
Asset values are determined through multiple methods: independent appraisals for real estate, market rates for shipping containers, commodity prices for trade tokens, and spot prices for precious metals. All valuations are verified by third-party oracles and updated regularly.
Security Questions
How are my assets protected?
Your assets are protected by multiple layers of security: cold storage for digital assets, multi-signature wallets, comprehensive insurance coverage ($500M for physical assets, $100M for custody), and regulatory compliance. We use institutional-grade security measures that exceed industry standards.
What happens if there's a security breach?
In the unlikely event of a security breach, our comprehensive insurance coverage protects your investments. We have incident response procedures, 24/7 monitoring, and automated threat detection. All critical systems are backed up and we maintain business continuity plans.
How do you verify asset ownership and condition?
We use a network of trusted oracles and third-party verification services. Physical assets are inspected by certified professionals, legal ownership is verified through title searches, and ongoing condition monitoring uses IoT sensors and GPS tracking. All verification data is recorded on the blockchain.
Is my personal information secure?
Yes, we use end-to-end encryption for all data transmission and storage. We're GDPR compliant and follow strict data protection protocols. Your personal information is only used for KYC/AML compliance and is never shared with third parties without your consent.
Payment Questions
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept bank transfers, wire transfers, and major cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC. All payments are processed securely through our regulated payment partners. Bank transfers are typically processed within 1-3 business days, while crypto payments are instant.
What are the fees for investing?
Our fee structure is transparent: Investment fees are 1.5-2.5% (one-time on purchases), there are no management fees, secondary market trading fees are 0.1%, and withdrawal fees are $5 flat. Pro and Enterprise accounts receive reduced investment fees.
How do I withdraw my earnings?
You can withdraw earnings through your dashboard. Withdrawals are processed to your verified bank account or crypto wallet. Processing times are 1-3 business days for bank transfers and instant for crypto withdrawals. A $5 withdrawal fee applies to all transactions.
Are there any hidden fees?
No hidden fees. All our fees are clearly displayed upfront in our transparent fee structure. You only pay the fees shown: investment fees, trading fees, and withdrawal fees. There are no management fees, account maintenance fees, or hidden charges.
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