Nasdaq Gets Green Light for Tokenized Securities — Here’s What Will Be Tradeable

Key Takeaways Nasdaq wins SEC approval to trade tokenized stocks and ETFs natively on its exchange. Tokenized versions offer the same rights, faster settlement, and 24/7 potential access. Tokenized real-world assets surged 266% in 2025, equities up nearly 2,878%. In a landmark move that bridges traditional finance and blockchain technology, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Nasdaq’s proposal to trade and settle certain securities in tokenized form.  The decision green-lig ...