DTCC is preparing to integrate Chainlink into its tokenized collateral management system. The project is expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The Collateral AppChain platform is considered a common infrastructure layer for banks, custodians, triparty agents, and other participants working with collateral. In this architecture, Chainlink will be responsible for automating margin requirements, collateral movement, and settlement processes.
DTCC’s main focus is on speed, moving toward a more continuous mode of valuation and settlement between traditional markets and blockchain networks.
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Nasdaq estimates that about 52% of financial firms could begin working with tokenized collateral in real time by the end of 2026. At the same time, about 70% of market participants are still tied to manual reconciliation and settlement delays.
Chainlink in this system is expected to unify data on prices, asset valuation, and collateral movement into a single environment. This should simplify 24/7 collateral management and improve capital efficiency.
Chainlink is a decentralized oracle network that connects blockchains to external data sources and powers smart contracts. DTCC manages about $114 trillion in assets, including stocks and ETFs.
Separately, the company previously announced plans to launch a pilot for tokenized securities trading as early as July, with a full rollout in October. The project involves more than 50 organizations, including BlackRock, Circle, Anchorage Digital, and Fireblocks.
Broader Market Context
Major infrastructure players are meanwhile continuing to expand into tokenization.
Intercontinental Exchange in March signed an agreement with Securitize. The companies are working on infrastructure for trading tokenized assets and on-chain settlements. The project covers stocks and ETF s with 24/7 trading and accelerated execution.
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SEC previously approved a Nasdaq pilot for trading tokenized stocks and ETFs, which will operate in parallel with traditional instruments. The test includes securities from the Russell 1000 index as well as major exchange-traded funds.
Nasdaq separately launched a project with Kraken and Backed aimed at developing infrastructure for stock trading on the blockchain.
According to RWA.xyz, the volume of tokenized stocks grew from $511 million to more than $1.4 billion over the year, representing growth of about 180%.
