Nasdaq’s Tokenized Stock Bet Just Got a Crypto Gateway

Nasdaq will distribute blockchain-based versions of publicly listed stocks through crypto exchange Kraken. The partnership extends that push by adding Kraken as a global distribution layer, bridging traditional exchange infrastructure with crypto-native markets. Why it matters: Tokenized stocks settling through existing Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) infrastructure could cut cross-border settlement times and costs for international retail investors. Automating proxy voting and dividend distribution via blockchain removes manual intermediaries, reducing corporate action errors and delays source: https://beincrypto.com/nasdaq-kraken-tokenized-stocks-2027-2/