Wall Street's Next Move: Blockchain Goes Mainstream

The New York Stock Exchange is stepping into the on-chain world. They're developing a blockchain-powered platform designed to tokenize US stocks and ETFs—a shift that could reshape how equity markets operate.

Here's what changes: traditional markets run on fixed trading hours, but this system opens the door to 24/7 trading, matching the non-stop rhythm of crypto markets. Settlement happens directly on the blockchain using stablecoins, which means near-instant execution instead of the standard T+2 settlement window.

Why it matters? Faster capital flow, reduced intermediaries, and continuous market access. When traditional finance taps into blockchain infrastructure, it's not just about speed—it's about reimagining what markets can do.

For investors, this bridges two worlds: the legitimacy and scale of equities with the efficiency and accessibility of decentralized networks. The institutional adoption of on-chain infrastructure keeps accelerating.