Nasdaq CEO: Tokenization Could Unlock Tens of Billions in 'Trapped Capital'
Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman stated on October 9, 2026 that tokenization has the potential to unlock tens of billions of dollars in 'trapped capital.' This reflects growing institutional focus on security token offerings (STOs) and blockchain-based settlement infrastructure — a trend that will reshape IPO disclosure expectations for digital assets.
51CFO view：CFOs must anticipate SEC guidance on STO dividend mechanics, smart-contract revenue recognition, and on-chain audit trails — requiring ERP integration with blockchain ledgers and proactive engagement with SEC’s FinHub on emerging disclosure frameworks.
Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman stated on October 9, 2026 that tokenization has the potential to unlock tens of billions of dollars in 'trapped capital.' This reflects growing institutional focus on security token offerings (STOs) and blockchain-based settlement infrastructure — a trend that will reshape IPO disclosure expectations for digital assets.
Source：CNBC Finance