NYSE Plans to Launch 24/7 Tokenized Stock Trading, Leaving 'Competitors' Stunned
NYSE plans to launch a 24/7 tokenized securities trading and on-chain settlement platform, a move seen as a direct response to Nasdaq’s earlier application for tokenized stock trading. The proposed platform would support round-the-clock trading of U.S. stocks and ETFs, fractional shares, stablecoin-based settlements, and instant settlement, while integrating NYSE’s existing matching engine with blockchain technology. Tokenized stocks would retain traditional rights like dividends and governance.
The initiative is viewed as both an opportunity and a threat. Proponents argue it validates crypto’s core innovations—24/7 trading, instant settlement, and global access—and represents a major step toward merging traditional and crypto assets. Critics, however, warn it may disadvantage retail investors, increase market complexity, and primarily benefit exchanges through higher fees.
While NYSE’s proposal is more comprehensive than Nasdaq’s, regulatory approval from the SEC is not expected before late 2026. This leaves a window for crypto-native platforms to leverage advantages like permissionless access, global liquidity, and leveraged products. The key battleground will be where liquidity, attention, and users converge.
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