Alpaca has introduced the Instant Tokenization Network (ITN), a new platform designed to enhance liquidity for tokenized US stocks. The ITN allows US-regulated institutions to mint and redeem tokenized equities directly, facilitating share-for-token settlements and providing 24/7 access. This service aims to streamline the tokenization process by using a single API call, eliminating cash settlement delays. The tokenized stock market currently holds a valuation exceeding $700 million, with the broader tokenization market surpassing $31 billion onchain. Alpaca's head of crypto, Arush Sehgal, highlighted the ITN's two-step API process, which involves journaling securities and delivering tokens to an Authorized Participant. The platform is tailored to integrate seamlessly with existing custodial and broker-dealer workflows, and is available to US-regulated institutions.