Nasdaq Gains SEC Approval for Tokenized Securities Trading Pilot
Nasdaq has received SEC approval to pilot tokenized trading of stocks and ETFs, marking a controlled step toward blockchain integration in traditional markets.
Real-World Assets (RWA) - Page 8
aThe Real-World Assets (RWA) topic focuses on the rapid shift of traditional financial instruments onto blockchain infrastructure. This section covers the tokenization of assets such as treasury bills, corporate bonds, real estate, commodities, and credit markets, along with the platforms and institutions driving adoption. It highlights regulatory developments, institutional partnerships, liquidity growth, and the evolving frameworks that allow RWAs to operate securely on-chain. Readers can follow updates on asset issuers, stablecoin integrations, settlement networks, and DeFi protocols incorporating real-world collateral. As RWAs become one of the most important trends in digital finance, this topic tracks the innovations transforming global markets through tokenized ownership and programmable financial instruments.
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Evernorth Files with SEC to Advance Nasdaq Listing for XRP Treasury Strategy
Evernorth moves closer to a Nasdaq listing after filing a Form S-4, as the firm builds a large XRP treasury amid improving US regulatory clarity.
Visa and Coinbase Prepare Competing Payment Rails for AI Agent Economy
Visa and Coinbase are building rival infrastructures for AI-driven payments as autonomous agents begin executing microtransactions across the internet economy.
Australian Senate Committee Backs Crypto Platform Licensing Bill
An Australian Senate committee has recommended passing a bill that would require crypto exchanges and tokenization platforms to obtain financial services licenses.
HSBC, Standard Chartered Expected to Lead Hong Kong’s First Stablecoin Licenses
Hong Kong regulators are reportedly preparing to issue the city’s first stablecoin licenses, with HSBC and a Standard Chartered-led venture expected among the initial approved issuers.
Prosecutors Urge Court to Reject Sam Bankman-Fried Retrial Request
US prosecutors have asked a federal judge to deny Sam Bankman-Fried’s request for a new trial, arguing that the testimony cited by the defense does not…
Tokenized RWAs Reach $23.6B as Demand for 24/7 Markets Grows
Tokenized real-world assets have grown to $23.6 billion in 2026, led by funds, commodities, and equities as investors seek blockchain-based markets with continuous trading access.
Nasdaq and Kraken Partner to Develop Tokenized Stock Infrastructure
Nasdaq has partnered with crypto exchange Kraken to develop infrastructure for tokenized equities, aiming to connect traditional capital markets with blockchain-based trading systems.
BTC Markets Seeks License to Offer Tokenized Real-World Asset Trading
Australian crypto exchange BTC Markets plans to apply for a license to offer tokenized real-world assets as institutional interest in tokenization accelerates globally.
Crypto to Buy in March 2026: Picks by ChatGPT
Crypto markets are consolidating after a volatile start to 2026. Bitcoin, Ethereum and select layer-1 networks remain key assets to watch as institutional demand stabilizes.