#DTCC Gains SEC Approval for Tokenization — A Landmark Institutional Move

The U.S. SEC has issued a no-action letter to the DTCC, marking a major regulatory milestone for integrating blockchain into traditional finance. As the cornerstone of U.S. securities settlement, DTCC’s initiative adds substantial institutional credibility to real-world asset (RWA) tokenization and reflects growing regulatory acceptance of on-chain financial solutions.

The upcoming tokenization platform, set to launch in 2026 with a multi-year pilot, will target highly liquid assets like major U.S. equities, ETFs, and Treasury securities. Leveraging DTCC’s proven Project Ion infrastructure, the service aims to deliver near-instant settlement, 24/7 market access, and enhanced collateral mobility.

Strategically, this move bridges TradFi and DeFi within a regulated framework, accelerating institutional adoption of tokenized assets. It signals that tokenization is evolving into a core market innovation rather than a niche experiment, reinforcing the long-term potential for more efficient, liquid, and globally accessible financial markets.