9 stories about Settlement from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Aug 26, 2026.
Japan is developing a blockchain-based stock settlement system, with details expected early 2027. If approved, the system could be fully operational by the early 2030s. This move aims to modernize Japan's financial infrastructure and reduce settlement times.
Japan's largest bank, MUFG, is testing blockchain technology to settle government bond trades in real time. This could speed up transactions and reduce costs for investors. The proof-of-concept will use the Canton network, a blockchain infrastructure designed for institutional use.
A new Stanford study found that Polymarket's 5-minute Bitcoin prediction markets can be manipulated around settlement times. Researchers suggest longer settlement windows could help prevent this issue.
While legacy banks keep corporate money idled in slow regional accounts, a new protocol allows software systems to settle multi-currency trade instantly. This could unlock trillions in global trade efficiency.
Abdulla Kanoo, heir to a 135-year-old Gulf trading dynasty, is building blockchain settlement infrastructure for the growing flow of trade between emerging economies, a market that could reach $32 trillion by 2030.
CFTC Chair Michael Selig seeks to roll back a settlement with Gemini, the crypto exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, claiming the enforcement action was politically motivated. The twins are known donors to Donald Trump's 2024 campaign and have attended White House events.
Paxos has secured a landmark registration as a clearing agency under the SEC, marking the first time a blockchain-native firm has achieved this status. This move could pave the way for more regulated crypto settlement services.
Paxos has received SEC approval to clear and settle U.S. stocks using blockchain technology, positioning it as a modern alternative to traditional finance giants like DTCC. This move could make stock settlements faster and more efficient for investors.
The CFTC and crypto exchange Gemini have jointly filed to reverse a $5M settlement from 2025, admitting it should not have been filed. This rare move highlights the regulatory uncertainty in the crypto industry.