TD Securities states that the tokenization process may be approaching a pivotal organizational milestone after the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) proposed implementing an Alternative Trading System (ATS) for tokenized stocks. According to Reid Noch, Vice President of Electronic Trading, this initiative could reshape market structure by enabling 24/7 trading and near-instant settlement for tokenized stocks and ETFs, pending regulatory approval.
The platform will operate within the current US legal framework, rather than creating a separate crypto market, with custody and settlement linked to DTCC and valuation adhering to NBBO standards. While the initial phase may be driven by retail investors, TD believes the long-term impact will significantly influence the operations of major financial institutions.