23 stories about Stocks from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Oct 6, 2026.
Over 60 U.S. stocks, including Nvidia and Tesla, will be tokenized and traded onchain. The platform will operate 24/7, using stablecoins and liquidity pools instead of traditional order books. This move could democratize stock trading by offering round-the-clock access and lower barriers to entry.
BNB Chain has surpassed $1.1 billion in tokenized stocks and ETFs, capturing about 30% of the $3.7 billion market. This growth highlights the increasing demand for tokenized traditional assets in crypto.
Elon Musk's X now lets U.S. users tap cashtags like $BTC to view live charts and trade crypto and stocks directly through Coinbase, Kraken, and Interactive Brokers.
Kraken is now the first crypto exchange to offer both traditional U.S. stocks and tokenized versions of those assets to European customers. This move marks a significant step in integrating traditional finance (TradFi) with the crypto world.
Crypto exchanges built perpetual futures for digital assets. Now they are using them to offer 24/7 exposure to stocks, commodities and indexes, bridging the gap between crypto and Wall Street.
Payward's xStocks now offers tokenized versions of equities from Hong Kong, the UK, and South Korea, expanding beyond U.S. markets. This move comes as competition heats up to bring global stock markets onchain.
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) is leading a pilot with nearly 40 financial firms, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, and JPMorgan, to test tokenized stocks and U.S. treasuries. The initiative aims to explore blockchain-based settlement and trading efficiencies.
Robinhood's new blockchain, designed for tokenized stocks, has instead become a hub for memecoins, attracting $135 million and 800,000 addresses in just two weeks. This unexpected shift highlights the unpredictable nature of crypto markets and the appeal of speculative assets.
Trading of tokenized stocks has surged 105% in a month, reaching $8.4 billion. This growth reflects rising interest from crypto and traditional finance firms in tokenized equity initiatives.
Tokenized equities trading hit a record $3.86 billion in June, with SpaceX tokens capturing $1.19 billion, or 31% of total monthly volume. Backpack’s SPCX led trading at $1.08 billion.
Bitcoin and altcoins fell sharply after President Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran 'over' following airstrikes. This geopolitical tension has triggered a broad market sell-off, including traditional stocks.
Ondo Finance has introduced a new tokenized stock model that aligns with SEC guidelines, featuring tokenized shares of a BlackRock ETF and Micron. The framework is underpinned by Broadridge and transfer agent Oasis Pro, keeping tokenized securities within existing U.S. market rules based on the SEC's third-party custodial model.
Robinhood Chain, a Layer 2 blockchain built on Arbitrum's tech stack, has launched on mainnet. It offers 24/7 tokenized stocks, lighter perpetual contracts, and plans for AI-driven agentic trading, with Uniswap as a day-one partner.
Strategy's flagship preferred stock STRC hit a new record low as U.S. markets opened, with Bitcoin lingering below $60,000. CEO Michael Saylor acknowledged the 'volatility test' but remained optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term potential.
South Korea's finance ministry has declared tokenized stocks as securities, not crypto assets, which could lead to taxation as early as the second half of 2026. This move may impact investors and the broader crypto market in the region.
Exodus and Ondo have launched a platform allowing users to trade tokenized versions of over 200 stocks and ETFs directly on the Solana blockchain. This move bridges traditional finance with blockchain technology, offering fractional ownership and 24/7 trading.
Crypto platforms promised early access to the blockbuster SpaceX IPO through tokenized shares, but many investors couldn't get the actual stock. The problem wasn't technology, but securing the underlying shares.
Carlos Domingo, CEO of Securitize, believes bringing stocks and ETFs onto blockchain could unlock a massive $5 trillion market. Currently, tokenized assets are only around $30 billion.
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.
SharpLink, an Ethereum-focused treasury firm backed by Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin, is joining the Russell indexes. Despite this milestone, the company's stock has plummeted 95% from its peak over the past year.
The SEC has delayed its plan to allow tokenized versions of US stocks. This could affect investors and companies looking to innovate in crypto markets. The delay is reportedly due to regulatory concerns.
Bitcoin has ended its longest period of underperformance and is expected to outpace traditional assets like stocks and bonds. Mark Connors, former Credit Suisse CIO, attributes this to stubborn inflation and Bitcoin's historical resilience.
The SEC is reportedly preparing to let investors trade crypto versions of stocks, potentially as early as this year. This could make stock trading more accessible but also introduces new risks.