The NYSE plans to offer 24/7 tokenized trading of US stocks

Tokenize stocks for 24/7 access

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) — the world's largest stock exchange by market capitalization — has confirmed plans to roll out 24/7 trading of U.S. stocks through a new blockchain-based trading platform. This announcement, made during a closed-door meeting with investors and subsequently mentioned in a regulatory filing update due on January 19, 2026, represents one of the most significant integrations of blockchain technology into the traditional U.S. capital markets to date.

This initiative, internally codenamed "NYSE Continuous," will tokenize a number of listed U.S. stocks (initially focusing on large-cap stocks in the S&P 500 and some ETFs) on a blockchain with access operated under the full supervision of the SEC. Once tokenized, these assets will be tradable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and U.S. holidays — a radical change from the current trading hours of 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET.

Why choose 24/7 stock trading ?

Global capital has been operating around the clock. Cryptocurrency, foreign exchange, and commodity markets trade continuously, while US equities remain tied to weekday trading sessions and liquidity is dispersed after hours. This mismatch creates inefficiencies, price gaps, and delays in risk transfer—particularly for international investors.

• Competitive pressure — 24/7 trading already exists in the cryptocurrency and forex markets; traditional stocks risk losing market share to digital alternatives.

• Institutional demand — Global funds and family offices are increasingly trading US equities outside of standard business hours due to Asia-Pacific time zones and macroeconomic events.

• The rise of tokenized assets — BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and Goldman Sachs have tokenized billions of dollars in funds and bonds; the NYSE wants control over the equity segment in the risky asset (RWA) narrative.

• Legal advantages — The clarity following the GENIUS Act and the SEC's pro-innovation stance under the current administration have opened the door to blockchain-based market infrastructure. Revenue growth opportunities — Extended trading hours = higher trading volume, data licensing fees, and new revenue streams from custody/settlement services.

By allowing 24/7 access, the NYSE is addressing a simple reality: investors expect the market to reflect the speed of information. Corporate news, macroeconomic events, and geopolitical shocks don't follow trading hours. Token-based and blockchain-based trading is the way to bridge that gap.

Impact on global stock markets

Tokenization allows shares to be represented as assets on the blockchain, facilitating real-time, programmable, regulatory-compliant trading and atomic settlements. Instead of passing transactions through multiple layers of brokers, clearinghouses, and custodians, tokenized shares can be settled directly—potentially in minutes or seconds.

If the NYSE succeeds in launching a 24/7 tokenized stock exchange, pressure will increase on other exchanges globally. Markets that are closed for much of the day risk losing their importance, especially for international investors accustomed to the continuous trading of digital assets.

Despite its promise, this initiative still faces real challenges. Liquidity fragmentation, investor education, custody standards, and interoperability with legacy systems remain unresolved. There are also regulatory questions regarding market fairness, volatility management, and whether 24/7 trading will increase systemic pressure.

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