# The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is preparing a regulatory framework for tokenized stock trading.

*web3 · news · 2026-05-19 · Crypto Breaking News*

## Key points

- The SEC may release an innovation exemption for tokenized stock trading as early as next week.
- Tokenized stock platforms would have lighter compliance and tokens would not grant direct shareholder rights.
- DTCC will start limited production trades for tokenized assets in July, with wider rollout in October.
- Nasdaq and NYSE recently received SEC approval for blockchain-based settlement and tokenized share trading initiatives.
- The tokenized equities market now holds $1.4 billion in value across over 2,200 assets, growing rapidly.

**Companies:** Nasdaq, New York Stock Exchange, Intercontinental Exchange, Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation
**Countries:** United States

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