Chainlink’s Andrew McCormick On Tokenized Equities’ $150 Trillion Opportunity

During the Real-World Asset Summit, Andrew McCormick, Head of Institutional and Market Development at Chainlink Labs, sat down with Frank Chaparro on The Crypto Tape to discuss growing interest in DeFi, the infrastructure needed to tokenize traditional financial assets, and why he’s most excited about bringing Chainlink-powered tokenized equities onchain.  For McCormick, one of tokenization’s […]

• Chainlink's Head of Institutional and Market Development, Andrew McCormick, highlights tokenized equities as a significant opportunity within the RWA space, potentially unlocking global market access for millions.
• McCormick emphasizes Chainlink's role as a key infrastructure provider, enabling tokenized equities through services like onchain data, cross-chain interoperability, and compliance, and powering initiatives like Robinhood Chain.
• The article posits that tokenized equities could democratize investing, offering a $150 trillion market potential by overcoming traditional barriers such as high commissions and inconvenient trading hours, particularly for retail investors.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Institutional adoption, Financial instruments, Tokenization platforms, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #tokenizedequities #chainlink #defi #retailinvestors #marketaccess #financialinfrastructure #robinhoodchain #onchaindata #crosschaininteroperability #150trillionopportunity

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5 Meteora Developments You May Have Missed In The Last 14 Days

If you have been keeping an eye on Solana’s liquidity landscape lately, you have probably noticed that Meteora isn't slowing down.

• Meteora has launched DLMM Pro on Solana, a unified liquidity architecture with dynamic fee models to protect new token launches.
• This upgrade allows for custom price bins and bonding curves, with an 'anti-sniper buffer' that automatically decays fees to protect early buyers and reward liquidity providers.
• The platform also introduced NFT-represented LP positions, expanded cross-chain liquidity, and has facilitated significant trading volume in tokenized equities and other RWAs.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Integration with defi, Scalability, Tokenization platforms, Liquidity pools amms, Market depth liquidity

Tags: #meteora #solana #dlmmpro #liquidity #dynamicfees #tokenizedequities #rwa #nftlppositions #worldcoin

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Will Bitcoin, ETH Get Replaced by Tokenized Equities? Kraken's Arjun Sethi Says No

Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi says capital is increasingly rotating beyond Bitcoin CRYPTO:BTCUSD and Ethereum CRYPTO:ETHUSD into perpetual futures, pre-IPO companies and tokenized equities, with AI-linked assets emerging as a new area of investor interest.Crypto Capital Has New Places To Go, Where?In a…

• Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi states that capital is rotating beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum into areas like tokenized equities and AI-linked assets, viewing this as a healthy diversification within the crypto ecosystem.
• Sethi emphasizes that tokenization is expanding the range of assets available on-chain, including traditional assets like equities and commodities, with Asia being a key growth market.
• Despite capital rotation, Sethi believes Bitcoin and Ethereum will not be replaced, as capital can flow back to them based on monetary conditions, and institutional adoption continues to grow across various crypto products.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Public market, Alternative assets, Asset manager initiatives, Stock equity tokenization

Tags: #tokenizedequities #bitcoin #ethereum #kraken #arjunsethi #capitalrotation #ailinkedassets #institutionalcapital #onchain #etfinflows

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AAVE Price Jumps 8% as Aave Moves to Put Protocol IP Under DAO Control

AAVE jumps 8% as Aave proposes a new foundation to place protocol IP, trademarks and domains under a DAO-controlled legal structure.

• Aave Labs proposes placing protocol intellectual property, trademarks, and domains under a DAO-controlled legal structure via a Cayman Islands foundation.
• This move aims to unify Aave's IP under the AAVE token, strengthening the protocol while maintaining DAO control over governance decisions.
• The proposal follows recent developments like Aave V4 expanding on Base with a tokenized equities lending market and discussions around Aavenomics 3.0.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Legal regulatory, Blockchain usage, Asset manager initiatives, Securities law classification, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #aave #dao #protocolip #intellectualproperty #aavelabs #governance #tokenizedequities #base #aavenomics30 #sec

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Why $28B in weekend trading has Wall Street chasing crypto’s 24/7 model

Crypto’ 24/7 advantage is facing competition as Wall Street moves toward round-the-clock trading, but one thing could keep DeFi ahead.

• Wall Street is increasingly adopting a 24/7 trading model, driven by demand for continuous access to traditional assets, mirroring crypto's advantage.
• The shift presents significant infrastructure challenges for traditional finance, including clearing, settlement, and liquidity management, areas where blockchain technology already excels.
• Tokenized equities are experiencing rapid growth, with a substantial portion of trading occurring outside traditional market hours, positioning DeFi to potentially lead in building the future of always-on financial markets.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Scalability, Blockchain usage, Asset manager initiatives, Market depth liquidity, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #247trading #tokenizedequities #wallstreet #defi #infrastructure #solana #nasdaq #sec #settlement #liquidity

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[Discussion] A risk framework for tokenized equities on Aave V3 X Layer, with wTCENTx as the worked example

Summary Aave V3 on X Layer holds no tokenized equities, and as far as we can find, no xStock has been proposed on this instance. The tokenized-equity work in front of Aave governance is on another…

• This post proposes a risk framework for tokenized equities on Aave V3 X Layer, highlighting that current parameters are insufficient due to the intermittent nature of arbitrage for these assets.
• It introduces MarketClock, a tool that measures when the primary market for tokenized equities is closed, leading to a significant portion of the week where arbitrage is switched off.
• The proposal suggests a regime-aware LTV or a static LTV sized for the worst-case scenario, emphasizing the need for dynamic risk parameters that account for market availability.

Topics: Asset types, Legal regulatory, Infrastructure providers, Financial instruments, Securities law classification, Tokenization platforms

Tags: #tokenizedequities #aavev3 #xlayer #marketclock #riskframework #arbitrage #primarymarket #ltv #collateral #issuer

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Securitize Tokenized Equities Market Cap Hits $1.2 Billion After $251 Million 2026 Surge

Securitize added $251 million to tokenized stock market cap in 2026, pushing total onchain equities to $1.2 billion as the registered transfer agent cements its

• Securitize has significantly boosted the tokenized equity market, adding $251 million in 2026 to reach a total of $1.2 billion, solidifying its position as a leading issuer.
• The growth reflects a broader trend in tokenized equity adoption, with Securitize's platform encompassing equities, private credit, funds, and government securities, though tokenized stocks are the fastest-growing segment.
• Despite growth, the article highlights skepticism regarding liquidity and valuation metrics, with varying measurement methodologies across trackers and a strong emphasis on the need for regulatory clarity to unlock further institutional capital.

Topics: Asset types, Scalability, Institutional adoption, Equity, Growth metrics, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #securitize #tokenizedequities #marketcap #onchain #rwa #ondofinance #blackrock #tokenization #regulatoryclarity #liquidity

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Bitget UEX Markets: Crypto, Stocks, Gold, Forex & More (2026 Guide)

Explore what markets Bitget UEX covers in 2026, including crypto, stocks, ETFs, gold, forex, commodities, indices and pre-IPO opportunities.

• Bitget's Universal Exchange (UEX) platform is expanding beyond crypto to integrate traditional assets like stocks, gold, forex, and commodities, aiming to provide a unified trading environment.
• The platform offers various access methods, including tokenized equities (rToken), direct stock trading (Stock+), futures, options, and CFDs, with USDT-based settlement and unified account infrastructure.
• This multi-asset expansion, including tokenized RWAs and pre-IPO opportunities, has shown significant user adoption, with non-crypto assets reaching up to 40% of trading volume.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Integration with defi, Financial instruments, Alternative assets, Asset manager initiatives, On chain treasury management

Tags: #bitgetuex #tokenizedequities #rtoken #stock #multiassettrading #usdtsettlement #crypto #forex #commodities #preipoopportunities

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Backpack: the Tokenization Engine of Internet Capital Markets

• Backpack is positioned to lead the export of US capital markets globally through tokenization, starting with equities like SpaceX, offering 24/7 trading and in-kind redemptions.
• The company leverages a unified margin system across diverse assets and has secured international licenses to serve global audiences before entering the US market.
• Backpack's integrated tokenization engine, built on Solana, aims to become the dominant platform for tokenizing various securities, mirroring the success of stablecoins in exporting the US dollar.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Public market, Financial instruments, Asset manager initiatives, Stock equity tokenization

Tags: #backpack #tokenizedequities #spacex #uscapitalmarkets #stablecoins #geniusact #sec #solana #inkindredemption #margin

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xStocks adds Ledger hardware wallet support for tokenized shares

Payward and Ledger plan hardware wallet support for xStocks, giving eligible users device-based control of tokenized shares.

• Payward and Ledger are integrating hardware wallet support for xStocks, allowing users to control tokenized shares with their Ledger devices.
• This partnership aims to enhance self-custody for tokenized equities, enabling eligible users to buy, sell, and transfer these assets while maintaining control of their private keys.
• The integration extends to Kraken customers and plans for institutional clients, though restrictions for U.S. persons remain in place for xStocks.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Institutional adoption, Alternative assets, Tokenization platforms, Custody security solutions, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #xstocks #ledger #hardwarewallet #tokenizedshares #selfcustody #payward #kraken #tokenizedequities #digitalassets #securitytokens

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Solana Pitched as Settlement Infrastructure for Institutions

The pitch frames Solana as the settlement layer for regulated finance, but there's still no clear sign of repeated use by regulated players, steady fees, or...

• Solana is being positioned as a settlement infrastructure for regulated finance, integrating tokenized equities, stablecoins, and fund distribution.
• While the narrative has gained traction on social media, there is a lack of concrete evidence of repeated institutional use, steady fees, or verified regulatory approvals.
• Future adoption hinges on demonstrated recurring settlement volume, sustained user activity, and clear value capture for SOL, rather than just marketing claims and launch announcements.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Scalability, Asset manager initiatives, Ethereum evm l 1 s, Market depth liquidity

Tags: #solana #settlementinfrastructure #tokenizedequities #stablecoins #institutionalfinance #capitalmarkets #regulatoryapproval #networkeffects #liquidity #valuecapture

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Solana al límite: récords de ingresos, reformas en gobernanza y la expansión del ecosistema DeFi

Solana marca récords de ingresos, debate cambios en gobernanza y amplía su ecosistema DeFi con nuevas herramientas y activos.

• Solana is experiencing record revenues and ecosystem growth, with daily application earnings reaching $7.935 million.
• Co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko proposes changes to governance to exclude validators that intentionally delay the network.
• New developments include Kamino enabling USDC loans backed by ZEC, a new hackathon portal from the Solana Foundation, and Backpack allowing real company shares to be tokenized on Solana.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Integration with defi, Real assets, Tokenization platforms, Rwa collateral lending, On chain treasury management

Tags: #solana #defi #revenuerecords #governance #hackathons #tokenizedequities #usdc #zec #backpacksecurities

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Solana settled $14.7B of the $46B in tokenized real-world asset volume onchain over the past year (32% of all RWA trading).

Solana settled $14.7B of the $46B in tokenized real-world asset volume onchain over the past year (32% of all RWA trading). New data from Allium covering Solana's growth in real world assets over the last twelve months: A tokenized real-world asset is a claim on something that exists offchain, such as a Treasury fund, a private credit fund, a share of Nvidia, or a bar of gold. The asset stays with its custodian. The token records who holds the claim, and it trades at any hour, including all the ones when the underlying market is shut. What the report shows: → Solana executes 47% of all RWA trades. 43 million of the 91 million trades onchain happened on Solana. → Wallet holdings across RWA products grew 5x over the year, and tokenized stocks account for 98% of that increase since April. → Tokenized equities are the largest class at 56% of Solana's RWA volume. 63% of that volume trades while US exchanges are closed, and weekends alone are 17% of it. → Backpack launched its equity venue on June 12 and did $1.5B in two months, 19% of Solana's equity volume for the entire year. Full report from Allium in the comments.

• Solana has become a significant platform for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), settling 32% of the global on-chain RWA volume ($14.7B out of $46B) in the past year.
• Tokenized equities represent the largest portion of Solana's RWA volume (56%), with a substantial amount of trading occurring outside traditional US market hours.
• The platform has seen a 5x growth in RWA wallet holdings, with tokenized stocks driving most of this increase, and new venues like Backpack contributing significantly to trading volume.

Topics: Asset types, Blockchain usage, Scalability, Equity, Non evm chains, Growth metrics, Market depth liquidity

Tags: #solana #tokenizedrealworldassets #rwavolume #onchaintrading #tokenizedequities #alliumreport #backpack #markethours #privatecredit #treasuryfund

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Base ecosystem launches 25 new projects and integrations in August

Base, the Ethereum Layer 2 network built by Coinbase, shipped 25 new products and integrations in August 2026, spanning stablecoins, decentralized finance, tokenized equities, and AI-driven payment infrastructure. The update, shared on September 3, reads less like a press release and more like a ca…

• Base, an Ethereum Layer 2 network by Coinbase, launched 25 new projects and integrations in August 2026, including stablecoins, DeFi, tokenized equities, and AI payment infrastructure.
• Key developments include a Mexican peso-pegged stablecoin (MXNB) for remittances, a South African rand-backed stablecoin (ZARU), unsecured loans based on credibility scores, and AWS integration for AI-driven micropayments.
• The ecosystem's total value locked (TVL) now exceeds $5 billion, indicating significant growth and institutional interest, particularly with Bitwise's involvement in tokenizing traditional assets like S&P 500 shares.

Topics: Asset types, Blockchain usage, Integration with defi, Stablecoins digital cash, Layer 2 scaling, Rwa collateral lending, On chain treasury management

Tags: #base #coinbase #ethereumlayer2 #stablecoins #tokenizedequities #aidrivenpayments #mxnb #zar #aws #sp500

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Solana Out-Trades Every Chain On Earth And Still Cannot Clear $110 — The 200-Day At $89.67 Is The Line

Trading News Solana trades near $101 with a market cap around $59.1 billion after failing at $109. The chain processed more than $58 billion of DEX volume ...

• Solana is demonstrating record on-chain activity, including the highest DEX volume among all chains, yet its token price remains significantly below its all-time high.
• Despite strong network fundamentals and growing RWA adoption, Solana's price is hampered by speculative trading composition, limited ETF inflows relative to market cap, and competition from newer chains.
• Key upcoming catalysts include the CLARITY Act vote, potential burn governance implementation, and continued development on Firedancer and Alpenglow, which could unlock institutional capital and improve network infrastructure.

Topics: Scalability, Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Growth metrics, Asset manager initiatives, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #solana #dexvolume #networkfees #tokenizedequities #etfinflows #realworldassets #onchainrevenue #firedancer #alpenglow #robinhoodchain

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The Stock-Paired Memecoin Squeeze Is a Lie

Why cornering a tokenized stock's supply doesn't corner the real stock.

• The article debunks the idea that tokenized stock supply squeezes can directly impact the price of the underlying real-world stock due to scale limitations and the nature of tokenization (price exposure vs. ownership).
• It highlights that while tokenized equities (TEQs) can experience extreme price dislocations, arbitrage mechanisms and new token issuance tend to bring their prices back in line with the actual stock.
• The piece suggests that the true value of TEQs lies not in short squeezes, but in their potential as decentralized marketing tools and programmable financial primitives within DeFi and gaming ecosystems.

Topics: Asset types, Integration with defi, Scalability, Equity, Rwa collateral lending, Market depth liquidity

Tags: #tokenizedequities #memecoins #shortsqueeze #robinhood #galaxy #solana #defi #arbitrage #stocktokens #programmability

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BNB Chain Celebrates 6th Birthday as Leading Tokenized

BNB Chain celebrates its 6th birthday, reinforcing its role as the largest tokenized equities chain. This growth signals ongoing potential in the market.

• BNB Chain is celebrating its 6th anniversary, solidifying its position as the leading blockchain for tokenized equities.
• The chain, developed by Binance, aims to offer a scalable alternative to Ethereum with lower fees, attracting users and developers.
• Future developments and potential regulatory scrutiny are key factors to monitor as BNB Chain continues to grow its ecosystem.

Topics: Asset types, Blockchain usage, Scalability, Equity, Ethereum evm l 1 s, Growth metrics

Tags: #bnbchain #tokenizedequities #blockchain #anniversary #web3 #binance #layer1 #decentralizedapplications #marketshare

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Silhouette RFQ Goes Live on Hyperliquid for $620M xStocks

Silhouette has launched request-for-quote block trading on Hyperliquid mainnet, letting market makers compete for tokenized xStocks with no order book.

• Silhouette has launched an RFQ block trading system on Hyperliquid for tokenized equities (xStocks), allowing market makers to compete for trades without requiring individual order books.
• This system aims to solve the liquidity challenge for newly tokenized assets, enabling them to gain traction before potentially graduating to dedicated order book markets.
• The xStocks market, backed by Payward, has seen significant volume, and this new trading mechanism is expected to further expand the secondary market liquidity for tokenized stocks.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Scalability, Alternative assets, Tokenization platforms, Market depth liquidity

Tags: #silhouette #hyperliquid #xstocks #tokenizedequities #requestforquote #blocktrading #marketmakers #liquidity #payward #onchainsettlement

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BNB Chain Tokenized Equities Near 50 Percent as bStocks Surges

TLDR: BNB Chain tokenized equities now represent roughly 45% of tracked supply, placing the network near half of the $2.9 billion market. bStocks supplied most of the increase, surpassing $500 million in assets under management while cumulative trading topped $19 billion. Ethereu...

• BNB Chain has rapidly gained market share in tokenized equities, now representing approximately 45% of the tracked supply, largely driven by the bStocks platform.
• While BNB Chain leads in tokenized equities, Ethereum still dominates the broader Real-World Asset (RWA) market due to diversification across asset classes like Treasuries and private credit.
• The concentration of BNB Chain's growth in tokenized equities via bStocks presents both an opportunity for liquidity and a risk if adoption slows, while BNB's price action appears more correlated with broader market trends than this RWA milestone.

Topics: Asset types, Scalability, Institutional adoption, Equity, Growth metrics, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #bnbchain #tokenizedequities #bstocks #rwamarket #ethereum #solana #avalanche #assetsundermanagement #tradingvolume #onchainsettlement

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Aerodrome Launches Tokenized Trading for Global Equities

Aerodrome expands trading to include global equities, reporting $27M in volume. Here's why this matters for traders.

• Aerodrome has launched tokenized trading for global equities, expanding its offerings beyond crypto-native assets.
• This move follows a significant surge in tokenized stock trading volume, reaching $27 million, indicating growing interest in traditional assets on the blockchain.
• The expansion aims to attract institutional investors, enhance liquidity, and bridge traditional finance with cryptocurrency markets.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Equity, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #aerodrome #tokenizedequities #globalequities #tradingvolume #institutionalinvestors #blockchain #liquidity #cryptonativeassets #traditionalfinance

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