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London Stock Exchange to Launch Tokenised Stocks With Kraken Partnership

The London Stock Exchange will introduce tokenised stocks as part of its digital markets initiative, collaborating with Kraken’s parent company. This move positions the UK as a frontrunner in regulated crypto-asset trading, drawing institutional investors and challenging both traditional exchanges and crypto-native platforms. Competing exchanges may accelerate their own tokenisation projects to avoid losing institutional flows.

Source: Financial Times
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TD Bank Executes Tokenised Payment on Project Agorá Blockchain Platform

TD Bank has completed a tokenised payment using Project Agorá, advancing its adoption of blockchain for payment settlement. This establishes TD as an early mover among North American banks experimenting with tokenised money, raising the bar for peers still reliant on legacy rails. Banks that delay blockchain pilots may face higher costs and slower settlement compared to early adopters.

Source: Finextra
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Singapore Allocates S$220 Million to Accelerate Fintech Ecosystem Growth

The Monetary Authority of Singapore will invest S$220 million over three years to support fintech innovation and attract global firms. This funding cements Singapore’s status as a regional fintech hub, drawing startups and established financial technology companies seeking regulatory clarity and capital. Increased competition for talent and partnerships is expected as fintech firms prioritize Singapore for APAC expansion.

Source: Finextra
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BitGo Acquires NYDIG’s Institutional Trading Arm to Expand Crypto Services

BitGo has acquired NYDIG’s institutional trading business, allowing NYDIG to focus on bitcoin mining and infrastructure. BitGo gains a stronger foothold in institutional crypto trading, prompting rivals like Coinbase and Gemini to consider new service offerings or pricing strategies to retain institutional clients.

Source: Banking Dive
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Ark Invest Bets $37 Million on Block Inc After Strong Q2 Results

Ark Invest purchased $37 million in Block Inc shares following the company’s positive second-quarter earnings. The investment signals renewed institutional confidence in Block’s growth trajectory, potentially boosting its valuation and influencing fintech investor sentiment. Block may use this momentum to accelerate product launches or pursue new acquisitions.

Source: The Block
The Long Memory
“When the London Stock Exchange launches tokenised stocks, it will be among the first major global exchanges to offer blockchain-based equities under existing securities regulation.

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