#Coinbase Seeks #SEC Approval for Tokenized Stock Trading Platform
America's largest crypto exchange is prioritizing securing regulatory approval for #blockchain-based equity trading.
Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal called tokenized securities a "huge priority" for the exchange's expansion plans.
Tokenized stocks would represent company equity trading on blockchain networks, with potential 24/7 availability.
The approach could deliver lower transaction costs compared to traditional equity markets.
SEC Acting Chair Mark Uyeda previously indicated openness to regulatory sandboxes for #crypto exchanges to experiment with new offerings.
Commissioner Hester Peirce leads the SEC's crypto task force exploring innovation exemptions for #DeFi builders.
Kraken already announced plans to offer over 50 U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs to overseas customers using the
$SOL blockchain.
The Trump administration's crypto-friendly stance has encouraged exchanges to pursue previously restricted financial products.
