Understanding Token Ownership in Digital Equity: Insights from the UKJT Report. Tokenised equity is reshaping how companies raise capital and how investors hold shares. Yet, a pressing question remains: if something goes wrong, who actually owns the token? This article explores the key insights from that report and what founders and investors need to understand about token ownership under English law.

Raising capital is one of the most critical challenges for startups. Founders face many choices, from traditional equity fundraising to newer token-based models. Each approach has unique benefits and risks. Understanding how equity fundraising, SAFEs, revenue-based financing, and tokenisation work can help founders build a funding strategy that fits their business goals and market realities.