SEC Approves Nasdaq Rule to Trade Tokenized Securities, Paving Way for Blockchain Integration

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved a Nasdaq rule change enabling the trading of tokenized securities, marking a significant step towards integrating blockchain technology into traditional stock market infrastructure. This approval is part of a broader effort to explore digital representations of regulated assets while upholding investor protections and market stability. Eligible securities, including those in the Russell 1000 Index and ETFs tracking major benchmarks, can now be represented and traded as tokenized assets on Nasdaq, functioning identically to traditional shares with the same rights and protections. The system will operate as a pilot program through the Depository Trust Company (DTC), allowing market participants to settle trades in tokenized form. While not directly impacting Bitcoin, this move signals growing regulatory acceptance of blockchain-based assets and could indirectly boost institutional interest in digital currencies.

(Source：Bitcoin Magazine)