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Nasdaq Connects EU Markets to Tokenized Settlement Platform

By Michael Turner Mar 10, 2026

Nasdaq is linking its European trading venues to Börse Stuttgart’s tokenized settlement platform Seturion to support blockchain-based settlement of securities.

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Nasdaq and Kraken Partner to Develop Tokenized Stock Infrastructure

By David Walker Mar 9, 2026

Nasdaq has partnered with crypto exchange Kraken to develop infrastructure for tokenized equities, aiming to connect traditional capital markets with blockchain-based trading systems.

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BTC Markets Seeks License to Offer Tokenized Real-World Asset Trading

By David Walker Mar 9, 2026

Australian crypto exchange BTC Markets plans to apply for a license to offer tokenized real-world assets as institutional interest in tokenization accelerates globally.

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Bitwise Says TradFi Shift to 24-7 Crypto Rails Accelerating

By Matthew Clarke Mar 4, 2026

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said recent geopolitical trading activity on crypto platforms suggests traditional finance may adopt 24-7 blockchain rails faster than expected.

DeFi & FinTech, News

Bank of Japan to Test Blockchain for Reserve Settlement

By Matthew Clarke Mar 3, 2026

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said the central bank will test blockchain-based systems for reserve settlement and explore tokenized central bank money.

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Ripple Expands XRPL Funding amid XRP Range-Bound Trading

By Laura Mitchell Feb 27, 2026

Ripple’s expanded funding for XRP Ledger development is drawing market attention as XRP trades in a tight range following recent volatility.

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AllUnity Launches MiCA-Compliant Swiss Franc Stablecoin

By Emily Carter Feb 26, 2026

AllUnity, backed by Deutsche Bank’s asset management arm, has launched CHFAU, a Swiss franc-pegged stablecoin for institutional clients under MiCA compliance.

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Hong Kong to Issue First Stablecoin Licenses in March

By David Walker Feb 25, 2026

Hong Kong plans to approve its first stablecoin issuer licenses in March as part of a broader push to formalize digital asset regulation. The government will also introduce new rules for crypto dealers and custodians this year.

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ProShares GENIUS ETF Debut Strengthens Tokenized Money Fund Case

By Matthew Clarke Feb 23, 2026

ProShares’ GENIUS money market ETF posted $17 billion in first-day volume, highlighting rising demand for cash-management vehicles as tokenized funds and stablecoins reshape liquidity markets.

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NYDIG Says Crypto’s Investable Universe Is Narrowing

By Michael Turner Feb 23, 2026

NYDIG research indicates capital in crypto is concentrating around financial use cases, with fewer applications attracting durable investor interest. The shift may clarify long-term winners while reducing speculative breadth.

DeFi & FinTech, News

Capital Rotates from DeFi to Tokenized Assets amid Risk-Off Shift

By David Walker Feb 20, 2026

Capital is moving from DeFi into tokenized real-world assets as investors seek lower-risk onchain yields during broader market weakness.

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NEWITY Raises $11M to Expand AI and Blockchain Lending Infrastructure

By David Walker Feb 20, 2026

Fintech firm NEWITY secured an $11 million investment led by CMT Digital to scale AI underwriting and connect small business credit with blockchain capital markets.