Tokenização

Tokenização is a process used in various fields, most notably in finance and computing, to represent an asset or data point as a digital token. In essence, tokenization breaks down an asset into smaller, more manageable units, each of which is assigned a unique digital representation.

In finance, tokenization can refer to the process of converting rights to an asset, such as real estate or artwork, into digital tokens. These tokens can then be traded on blockchain-based platforms, offering greater liquidity and accessibility to traditionally illiquid assets. For example, a fraction of a valuable painting could be tokenized, allowing multiple investors to own a portion of it.

In computing and natural language processing, tokenization is the process of breaking down a string of text into smaller units called tokens. These tokens can be words, sub-words, or even characters, depending on the specific application. Tokenization is a fundamental step in many language processing tasks, enabling computers to understand and analyze human language. For instance, when you type a sentence into a search engine, the words are tokenized to facilitate the search process. This digital representation of information or assets allows for easier management, transfer, and analysis.