Samsung SDS wins deal to build South Korea’s blockchain securities system: …

In recent developments, the Korea Securities Depository platform is expected to go live by February 2027, aligning with South Korea’s incoming security token framework. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Securitize Gets FINRA Approval to Broaden Tokenized Securities Operations

In recent developments, securitize Markets received expanded FINRA approval to custody, settle, underwrite, and distribute tokenized securities. The decision lets the broker-dealer support on-chain settlement against stablecoins while expanding its…

DTCC Tokenization Draws 50+ Firms for Live Securities Testing

In recent developments, dTCC will begin limited live tokenized securities trades in July with more than 50 firms participating, ahead of a planned October launch. The initiative brings blockchain-based functionality…

Ondo Finance Seeks SEC No-Action to Integrate Blockchain Into Securities Infr…

In recent developments, ondo Finance is seeking SEC no-action relief for a model that integrates Ethereum into regulated securities, aiming to enable tokenized operational processes while preserving existing legal ownership…

Crypto finally got SEC clarity. Why didn’t the market care?

In recent developments, the SEC and CFTC just gave crypto its clearest and most straightforward regulatory guidance in years. Most crypto assets will no longer be treated as presumptive securities,…

SEC Chair explains why NFTs fall outside of securities laws

In recent developments, paul Atkins says nonfungible tokens are typically collectibles, not investment contracts, as the agency outlines new categories of digital assets outside securities laws. Looking closer, market participants…

Ironlight raises $21M to scale marketplace for tokenized securities

In recent developments, the Sei Development Foundation joined in the round to support expansion of an SEC-regulated alternative trading system and settlement platform for blockchain-based securities. Looking closer, market participants…

Fitch Ratings flags Bitcoin-backed securities for ‘high market value risk’

In recent developments, fitch said sharp Bitcoin price swings could quickly erode collateral backing these securities, increasing the risk of losses for lenders and investors. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

Washington’s new crypto bill would strip states of power – legally bans o…

In recent developments, washington is about to take a serious swing at crypto’s most stubborn problem: who, exactly, is supposed to police the market when a token trades like a…

SEC Publishes Crypto FAQs Clarifying Trading, Custody, and Market Infrastruct…

In recent developments, sEC staff guidance clarifies how existing securities laws apply to crypto assets, detailing custody, capital, trading, and recordkeeping expectations while signaling flexibility for broker-dealers and market infrastructure…