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Detailed Explanation of NYSE's Tokenized Securities Platform: Why It Aims for 7x24 Trading

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), part of the ICE Group, has announced plans to develop a platform for trading tokenized securities with on-chain settlement, pending regulatory approval. The platform aims to offer a 7x24 trading experience, instant settlement, dollar-based orders, and stablecoin transfers. It will integrate NYSE’s Pillar matching engine with a blockchain-based post-trade system, supporting multi-chain settlement and custody. This move places NYSE in competition with Nasdaq, which submitted a similar proposal to the SEC in 2025. While Nasdaq’s approach is a hybrid model integrating tokenization into existing systems, NYSE’s plan is more radical—a standalone platform enabling T+0 settlement, fractional shares, and extended trading hours. Globally, tokenization of securities is advancing, with initiatives like SIX Digital Exchange in Switzerland and Deutsche Börse’s D7 in Germany. NYSE’s effort is seen as a response to growing global investor demand and competition from crypto markets. Potential impacts include lower entry barriers for retail investors through fractional ownership, improved liquidity, and reduced settlement risk. However, challenges may include increased market volatility, manipulation risks, and higher operational demands on brokers and market makers. For crypto, the news could benefit public blockchains like Ethereum and Solana if adopted for settlement, while stablecoin-based lending protocols may see increased utility. Although short-term capital may flow toward tokenized equities, the crypto market is expected to retain its unique appeal for speculative and innovative investment opportunities.

marsbit01/22 01:11

Detailed Explanation of NYSE's Tokenized Securities Platform: Why It Aims for 7x24 Trading

marsbit01/22 01:11

Crypto Morning Brief: US Forms Agreement Framework on Greenland Issue, Mad Lads Completes Snapshot

Crypto Morning Brief: U.S. forms preliminary agreement framework on Greenland, avoiding planned tariffs. Supreme Court appears skeptical of Trump's attempt to remove Fed Governor Cook. Senate Ag Committee to release updated crypto market structure bill text. WLFI governance vote faces manipulation allegations, with concerns over token utility and value. Multiple airdrop updates: Solana Mobile's SKR claims open, Mad Lads snapshot completed, ETHGas and Rainbow announce airdrop schedules. Vitalik Buterin proposes native DVT integration for Ethereum staking to improve security. Winklevoss brothers donate $1.2M to Zcash developer Shielded Labs. Strive plans to raise $150M via preferred stock for Bitcoin purchases and debt repayment. Market analysis covers U.S. asset sell-offs, gold surge, Solana's upcoming tech upgrades, and the evolving dynamics of crypto exchange traffic and InfoFi projects.

marsbit01/22 01:10

Crypto Morning Brief: US Forms Agreement Framework on Greenland Issue, Mad Lads Completes Snapshot

marsbit01/22 01:10

WEF Document Name-Drops Ripple’s XRP, What Does It Say?

A decade-old World Economic Forum (WEF) report from 2015 has resurfaced, highlighting early recognition of Ripple and XRP's potential in the banking sector. The document specifically mentions Ripple as a system capable of transforming interbank settlement by enabling faster, more direct payments through decentralized networks. It explores how banks could integrate such technologies to streamline operations and offer new financial products, citing a case study of Germany's Fidor Bank which used Ripple for internal settlements in 2014. The report suggests broader adoption could allow banks to settle payments instantly. As the native token of the XRP Ledger (XRPL), XRP is designed as a digital bridge for fast, low-cost cross-border payments, often compared to SWIFT for its efficiency and ability to handle large transaction volumes. The WEF also highlighted Ripple and XRPL in a 2025 report as key technologies for the future of asset tokenization.

bitcoinist01/21 21:02

WEF Document Name-Drops Ripple’s XRP, What Does It Say?

bitcoinist01/21 21:02

Bitcoin and altcoins rally as Trump signals tariff pause, easing EU–US tensions

US President Donald Trump's announcement to pause new tariffs following a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte eased geopolitical tensions and triggered a rally across cryptocurrency markets. Bitcoin recovered from recent weakness as risk sentiment improved, with its market capitalization reaching approximately $1.79 trillion. Altcoins, including Ethereum and Layer-1 tokens like Solana and XRP, outperformed Bitcoin, indicating renewed appetite for higher-risk assets. The broad-based gains reflected a market-wide "risk-on" response rather than a crypto-specific catalyst. The move underscores cryptocurrencies' continued sensitivity to macro developments and global trade tensions, with reduced uncertainty driving short-term price action.

ambcrypto01/21 20:28

Bitcoin and altcoins rally as Trump signals tariff pause, easing EU–US tensions

ambcrypto01/21 20:28

From Changing Rules to Betraying the Community: Trove, a Failed ICO Stress Test

The article analyzes two recent ICOs, Trove and Ranger, as case studies for the evolving state of initial coin offerings. Trove's ICO, which raised over $11.5 million, promised to build on the Hyperliquid ecosystem but abruptly pivoted to Solana after fundraising concluded. This retroactive change, coupled with questionable fund management and a lack of transparency, led to a 75% token price crash and a severe loss of investor trust. In contrast, Ranger’s ICO on the MetaDAO platform was structured with pre-defined, unchangeable rules. Its framework included vesting schedules, governance controls, and treasury restrictions that limited team discretion and aligned incentives with long-term performance. The piece concludes that while modern ICOs use more structure to mitigate risks, the fundamental issue remains trust. The Trove incident underscores that changing core plans post-fundraising is a breach of contributor trust and highlights the need for robust mechanisms to protect investors, suggesting a full refund and a new sale under revised terms would be the ideal corrective action.

比推01/21 19:07

From Changing Rules to Betraying the Community: Trove, a Failed ICO Stress Test

比推01/21 19:07

2025's New Crypto Unicorns: 8 Companies Across Payments, AI, and Other Sectors Make the List

In 2025, despite a severe market downturn with a 41% drop in funded projects, eight crypto companies achieved unicorn status (valued over $1 billion), reflecting key industry trends. **Nous Research** focuses on decentralized AI, raising $50M at a $1B valuation led by Paradigm. **RedotPay**, a Hong Kong-based stablecoin payment firm, raised over $194M across three rounds, processing $10B+ annually. **Kalshi**, a compliant prediction market platform, raised $1.85B, reaching a $11B valuation, with trading volume surging 1108% to $23.8B. **Lighter**, a decentralized perpetual exchange, raised $68M at a $1.5B valuation and launched its token LIT. **Flying Tulip**, an all-in-one DeFi protocol by Andre Cronje, raised $200M with unique investor redemption rights. **Sygnum**, a regulated Swiss crypto bank, raised $58M, exceeding a $1B valuation. **Tempo**, a high-performance Layer-1 for payments developed by Stripe and Paradigm, raised $500M. **Zama**, a privacy protocol using fully homomorphic encryption, raised $57M at a $1B+ valuation and conducted a token sale. These companies highlight growth in AI, payments, DeFi, and privacy solutions amid a challenging market.

marsbit01/21 16:05

2025's New Crypto Unicorns: 8 Companies Across Payments, AI, and Other Sectors Make the List

marsbit01/21 16:05

Ripple President Long Unveils Her 2026 Crypto Predictions

Ripple President Monica Long predicts that by 2026, institutional crypto adoption will shift decisively from pilots to production stage, driven by four key trends: stablecoins, tokenization, custody consolidation, and AI automation. She expects stablecoins like Ripple USD (RLUSD) to become the foundational global settlement layer, especially in B2B payments, citing growing regulatory support and significant idle corporate capital. Tokenization will drive institutional adoption, with over $1 trillion in digital assets on balance sheets and half of Fortune 500 companies formalizing digital asset strategies. Custody services will consolidate as the sector matures, with major banks expanding custody relationships. Finally, AI and blockchain will converge to automate treasury and risk management through smart contracts and privacy-preserving tech like zero-knowledge proofs.

bitcoinist01/21 15:36

Ripple President Long Unveils Her 2026 Crypto Predictions

bitcoinist01/21 15:36

Can $12 Really Turn into 8300 Times? The Demise of a Polymarket Trading Myth

A user known as @ascetic0x on Polymarket claimed to have turned $12 into over $100,000—an 8,300x return—through a series of highly leveraged, all-in bets on Bitcoin price movements. The story went viral, attracting millions of views and widespread admiration. However, the narrative was soon challenged. Twitter user Moses alleged that @ascetic0x operated multiple accounts (Sybil farming), funding each with small amounts. Only the single successful account—which reached around $2,900—was publicized, while many others failed. Moses also accused the user of wash trading to artificially inflate results. In response, @ascetic0x denied the allegations, stating that the claims were false and part of a targeted harassment campaign. He admitted his strategy was extremely high-risk and advised others from copying it. The incident highlights the risks of blindly following influencers in speculative markets and serves as a reminder that extraordinary gains often come with untold or unverified backstories.

比推01/21 15:33

Can $12 Really Turn into 8300 Times? The Demise of a Polymarket Trading Myth

比推01/21 15:33

BitMart Supports UNICEF To Advance Youth Financial Literacy and Employability in Brazil

BitMart, a digital asset exchange platform, has announced its support for UNICEF Luxembourg to strengthen the Passport to Earning (P2E) initiative in Brazil. This program, part of Generation Unlimited, aims to equip young people aged 15–24 with essential financial literacy and digital skills to improve their employability and economic resilience. The partnership will provide free, industry-recognized training that includes emerging technologies like AI, helping participants transition into employment, entrepreneurship, or further education. Both organizations emphasize the importance of financial knowledge and future-ready skills in a rapidly evolving digital economy, aiming to create long-term opportunities for youth in Brazil.

TheNewsCrypto01/21 15:14

BitMart Supports UNICEF To Advance Youth Financial Literacy and Employability in Brazil

TheNewsCrypto01/21 15:14

Grayscale files for NEAR ETF as major altcoins bleed – What’s next?

Grayscale Investments has filed with the SEC to convert its Grayscale Near Trust (GSNR) into a spot ETF, the Grayscale Near Trust ETF, aiming to list it on NYSE Arca. This move provides traditional investors direct exposure to NEAR, the native asset of NEAR Protocol, through standard brokerage accounts, bypassing complexities of private trusts. The proposed ETF will feature staking, potentially allowing investors to earn rewards. It has institutional backing, with Coinbase serving as custodian and BNY Mellon handling administration. This filing occurs amid a broader trend of institutional crypto adoption, despite recent market weakness affecting NEAR's price. The altcoin ETF landscape is becoming more competitive, with capital shifting between various assets rather than exiting the market entirely.

ambcrypto01/21 15:02

Grayscale files for NEAR ETF as major altcoins bleed – What’s next?