BLOCKCHAIN NEEDS SAFEGUARDS BEFORE WALL STREET ADOPTION

While blockchain can theoretically enable 24/7 trading and instant settlement, financial institutions require traditional market safeguards before scaling tokenized markets at enterprise levels. Soubiran told Bloomberg Open Interest that the gap between capability and adoption stems from infrastructure gaps rather than technological limitations. Tokenized markets need reliable data feeds, standardized risk management frameworks, and regulatory clarity comparable to traditional finance. The comment comes as major financial institutions explore blockchain applications. JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs are among banks financing billions in European AI debt, signaling continued institutional interest in emerging technologies. Wall Street's cautious approach reflects broader market dynamics. Tech stocks recently declined amid AI slowdown concerns, while the Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance affects investor appetite for emerging technologies. Blockchain adoption on Wall Street remains incremental rather than transformative, pending resolution of governance, custody, and settlement standards that institutional investors demand.