SEC Policy Allows Tokenized Stocks, Intensifying Brokerage Competition
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How it started
What happened
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is preparing a policy that could allow crypto companies to offer blockchain-based versions of publicly traded stocks, known as tokenized stocks. This policy includes a temporary exemption allowing tokenized securities venues to use Automated Market Makers for trading. Coinbase plans to launch tokenized stocks in the United States once regulations permit.
Why it matters
Tokenized stocks track conventional shares but trade on blockchain networks, offering potential benefits like around-the-clock trading, faster settlement, and lower transaction costs. This shift is expected to reshape equity markets and intensify competition with traditional brokerages.
Who's involved
- Member of the United States Securities and Exchange CommissionThe regulatory body preparing policies regarding tokenized stocks and market structure.
- CoinbaseAn American company preparing to launch tokenized stocks in the US market.
- Hester PeirceA Commissioner of the SEC who has discussed the strength of U.S. capital markets.
- AtkinsThe SEC Chair who is expected to introduce an innovation exemption for digital asset models.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- CoinbaseSpeculative
Coinbase could open new revenue streams by launching tokenized stocks under the new regulatory framework.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Armstrong endorsed SEC reforms supported by Peirce, and Ondo introduced blockchain exposure to pre-IPO.Sub-event
- The SEC granted a temporary exemption allowing tokenized securities venues to use Automated Market Makers for trading tokenized stocks.Sub-event
- Interactive Brokers and OKX are competing against traditional brokerages by offering tokenized stocks with fee discounts and different risk profiles.Sub-event
- Atkins' regulatory exemption allows crypto firms to test new models and compete with traditional brokerage giants.Sub-event
- Coinbase is preparing to launch tokenized stocks in the US market.Sub-event
SEC policy may permit crypto firms to offer tokenized stocks.1 source
Atkins' policy allows crypto firms to test new models, affecting traditional brokerages.1 source
- Coinbase and Better are developing crypto-backed mortgages, though US market access remains restricted by specific regulations.Sub-event
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SEC policy could allow crypto companies to offer tokenized stocks.1 source
SEC is preparing policy regarding tokenized stocks and their impact on the brokerage industry.1 source
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The entities involved
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Charles Schwab
professor of agricultural and biosystems engineering
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Coinbase
American company that operates a cryptocurrency exchange platform
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Hester Peirce
American lawyer, current Commissioner of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission
Related events
- The SEC issued an order for tokenized stocks, while the Senate blocked the Clarity Act, amid ongoing industry debate.
- Coinbase awaits clearer rules from the SEC as Chair Paul Atkins pushes innovation exemptions for tokenized assets, with Nasdaq building supporting platforms.
- Binance, OKX, and Coinbase are facilitating tokenized stock trading and supporting tokenized asset trading.
Coverage
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