The NYSE announces the transition to a 24/7 tokenized asset market

The NYSE, backed by ICE, is developing a blockchain platform for 24/7 trading of tokenized assets. Discover how this infrastructure, along with BNY and Citi, will integrate instant settlement and stablecoins on Wall Street.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has embarked on a new phase of technological modernization aimed at overcoming the time constraints of traditional investing. With the development of an infrastructure built on blockchain technology, the world's most influential financial market is preparing to offer a digital platform where trades are executed and settled directly on-chain.

If approved by regulatory authorities, this initiative will allow investors to buy and sell financial assets at any time, without interruption, seven days a week. With this, the NYSE seeks to adapt to the pace of a global economy that never stops and demands more agile, transparent, and accessible solutions for all market participants.

The New York Stock Exchange prepares for tokenized trading

The core of this initiative lies in the use of private blockchain networks that enable real-time transaction processing. Unlike the traditional financial system, where some transactions take days to complete, this new digital infrastructure promises near-instant settlement. In practice, this means investors will be able to execute orders in dollars and use stablecoins as a funding instrument, making capital movement within the ecosystem much faster and more efficient.

According to the insights According to the official information shared by the stock exchange, the platform will integrate a matching engine called Pillar, which will connect with post-trade systems operated on the blockchain. Thanks to this technology, tokenized shares can be easily exchanged with securities listed on traditional markets, marking a significant step in the modernization of financial trading.

On the other hand, the project maintains the same legal safeguards that currently protect investors. Lynn Martin, president of the NYSE Group, explained that the intention is to combine the trust and experience of financial institutions with the speed that technological innovation provides.

“For more than two centuries, the New York Stock Exchange has transformed how markets operate… We lead the industry toward comprehensive, end-to-end solutions, based on unparalleled protections and high regulatory standards that position us to combine trust with cutting-edge technology.”Martín commented, highlighting the entity's vision and its shift towards the disruptive potential of blockchain technology. 

Additionally, the initiative also ensures that holders of tokenized securities retain their usual rights, such as receiving dividends or participating in governance decisions. With these advancements, the New York Stock Exchange aims to meet the demand of investors seeking to trade around the clock and manage their portfolios with greater flexibility, eliminating the restrictions imposed by traditional market hours.

ICE accelerates digitization in the financial heart of Wall Street

Beyond negotiation, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)The parent company of the New York Stock Exchange is advancing in a modernization process that redefines its role in the financial market infrastructure.

Their strategy envisions a comprehensive transformation of the clearing infrastructure to support uninterrupted workflows. In this transition, ICE is working with global institutions such as BNY Mellon and Citi to support tokenized deposits in clearinghouses. This collaboration aims to offer market participants more agile liquidity management and flexible compliance with their margin obligations.

The initiative addresses a clear need in an increasingly interconnected financial environment, where time zone and regulatory differences between jurisdictions can hinder operational efficiency. According to ICE's strategic reports, integrating tokenized assets and collateral could improve capital formation and strengthen market infrastructure during the transition to a digital economy. 

The project also aims to maintain equitable access for authorized brokers without compromising the security and transparency that characterize the U.S. financial system. With this move, ICE strengthens its position against competitors like Nasdaq, which are also exploring expanding their services to a more continuous operating model.

Michael Blaugrund, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at ICE, described this development as a crucial step toward a fully on-chain market infrastructure. Thus, while the industry awaits final regulatory definitions, the NYSE is positioning itself to lead the next evolution of finance, where digitalization and constant availability will define the new stock market standard.