Tagged: nasdaq

October 14, 2026 @ 6:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nasdaq (NASDAQ: NDAQ) chief executive Adena Friedman has highlighted how representing traditional assets and cash movements as blockchain-based tokens could release substantial capital currently immobilized as collateral across global markets. Speaking at the TOKEN2049 conference in Singapore, she explained that converting instruments such as US… Read More

October 6, 2026 @ 4:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nasdaq (NASDAQ: NDAQ) is positioning its financial technology arm as a central engine of longer-term expansion, as banks, brokers, and other institutions step up spending on cloud-based market infrastructure, compliance tools, and systems that detect financial crime. The unit mixes recurring and subscription-style income, which… Read More

October 4, 2026 @ 9:18 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Georgia Banking Company, an Atlanta-based bank holding company, filed with U.S. regulators to list its shares directly on the Nasdaq Capital Market, according to a registration statement filed on Friday. The company said existing shareholders are seeking to register the resale of up to 7.04… Read More

September 29, 2026 @ 4:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Risk assets started the week on weaker footing after President Donald Trump declined to close off the chance of further US military action against Iran before November’s midterm elections. Speaking Sunday, he said he expected the conflict to be won “very soon” and that oil… Read More

September 16, 2026 @ 12:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Financial institutions expanding into stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and other digital asset products have long faced a monitoring problem: traditional compliance systems were built for fiat activity, while on-chain transactions often sat in a separate silo. Nasdaq Verafin and Stablecore announced a partnership on September 15,… Read More

September 10, 2026 @ 6:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nasdaq’s (NASDAQ:NDAQ) venture arm has agreed to put $100 million into Payward, the parent company of crypto exchange Kraken, as the two firms widen a collaboration focused on tokenized stocks and continuous market infrastructure. The announcement, issued on September 10, 2026, frames the stake as… Read More

September 9, 2026 @ 6:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A coalition of market operators, including Nasdaq (NASDAQ: NDAQ) and Börse Stuttgart Group, has urged European Union lawmakers to revisit and strengthen proposed updates to the bloc’s distributed ledger technology framework. The group argues that current and planned restrictions, particularly an aggregate activity limit of… Read More

September 4, 2026 @ 8:04 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nasdaq (NASDAQ: NDAQ) has closed its purchase of Dasseti, folding the specialist’s artificial-intelligence tools for due diligence and ongoing manager oversight into Nasdaq eVestment. The deal, first unveiled on July 23, 2026 and completed on September 2, extends a relationship that began when Nasdaq Ventures… Read More

August 12, 2026 @ 2:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nasdaq (NASDAQ: NDAQ) has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase all equity interests in LeveL Markets LLC, a US off-exchange equity trading venue. The deal, announced on August 11, 2026, supports the exchange operator’s broader strategy of developing continuous, always-available market infrastructure that bridges… Read More

June 13, 2026 @ 8:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Shares of certain AI-focused cloud infrastructure providers experienced sharp gains following Nasdaq’s (NASDAQ: NDAQ) recent announcement of their upcoming addition to the prestigious Nasdaq-100 Index. The move highlights the accelerating importance of specialized computing resources in powering artificial intelligence advancements across industries. CoreWeave (NASDAQ: CRWV)… Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 8:04 pm By JD Alois  |  

SpaceX, the leading space firm in the US and soon-to-be-public company, is expected to begin trading on Nasdaq tomorrow, June 12, 2026, under the ticker SPCX. The company’s initial public offering (IPO) will raise money at a whopping $1.78 trillion dollars valuation – the largest firm to… Read More

May 25, 2026 @ 11:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Global markets displayed positive momentum early this week, with Bitcoin pushing past the $77,000 threshold while a steep decline in crude oil values eased cost pressures and encouraged risk-taking. The flagship cryptocurrency hovered near $77,200 during Asian trading sessions, maintaining its position just above a… Read More

May 20, 2026 @ 8:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Polymarket has unveiled prediction markets focused on private company performance and key milestones. This initiative marks the first time individuals can directly engage with outcomes tied to some of the most prominent unlisted firms, while also delivering fresh, real-time insights for professional investors. The platform,… Read More

May 11, 2026 @ 8:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Global Fintech Wise (LON:WISE) has officially started trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol WSE. The milestone announcement came on May 11, 2026, with shares beginning to change hands at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The Fintech company will keep its existing listing… Read More

May 3, 2026 @ 11:28 pm By Michael Wong  |  

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has moved forward with proposed changes to the Securities and Futures Act 2001 that would make it easier for companies to pursue dual listings on the Singapore Exchange and overseas markets. The proposed framework is designed to support the… Read More

April 16, 2026 @ 8:23 am By Omar Faridi  |  

On Wednesday, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both finished trading at unprecedented levels, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing market recovery. This upward movement gained support from several positive factors, including lower crude oil costs, impressive earnings growth at major banks, and rising… Read More

April 1, 2026 @ 9:39 am By JD Alois  |  

Digital asset firm CoinShares will trade on the Nasdaq today following a SPAC deal with Vine Hill Capital under the ticker symbol CSHR. CoinShares claims the title of Europe’s largest digital asset manager. CoinShares ranks among the top four digital asset managers globally alongside BlackRock,… Read More

March 31, 2026 @ 7:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) will roll out revised eligibility standards effective May 1. These updates will allow major large-capitalization enterprises to join its flagship index after just 15 days of public trading. The adjustment slashes the former mandatory waiting period, which had required companies to trade… Read More

March 24, 2026 @ 2:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move signaling the accelerating convergence of traditional finance and digital assets, Talos has unveiled initiatives that aim to to streamline operations for institutional players. These developments underscore the platform’s role in bridging mainstream and crypto markets, enhancing efficiency, risk management, and liquidity access… Read More

March 19, 2026 @ 5:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alpaca, a provider of brokerage infrastructure APIs, has rolled out two significant upgrades designed to elevate the experience for developers, fintech partners, and investors worldwide. Announced on March 18, 2026, these enhancements underscore the company’s focus on delivering institutional-grade tools that simplify operations and boost… Read More