Trump Org.'s New $300M Maldives Resort Will Be Tokenized, Opening the Mega-Project to Anyone to Invest

Group 1 - The Trump Organization is developing a $300 million resort in the Maldives, marking its first property in the South Asian region, in partnership with Saudi firm Dar Global, set to open by the end of 2028 [2][6] - The initiative involves tokenizing the development phase of the resort, allowing investors to participate in the project from its inception, which is a shift from traditional models that tokenize completed real estate [3][4] - Tokens will represent shares in a fund that finances the project, enabling broader access to investment opportunities in real estate development [3][5] Group 2 - Dar Global will retain a 30-40% stake in the venture, while the Trump Organization primarily focuses on branding and management rather than financing development [4][6] - The trend of tokenization in real estate development is gaining momentum, with blockchain-based platforms facilitating retail participation in previously inaccessible markets [5]