The Case for a CSD for Digital Assets: Chapter 2 – The Future of Finality
While blockchain technology offers operational assurances and the promise of immutable ledgers, true settlement finality is a legal concept, not a feature of code. Without enforceable legal frameworks, digital asset transactions remain vulnerable to reversal, dispute, and systemic risk.
The TRADE predictions series 2026: The extended hours trading debate
As trading hours continue to expand, the debate is no longer if markets will move towards a 24/7 model, but how that transition can be managed safely and efficiently. Ben shares his perspective on why continuous markets demand more than extended trading alone. Governed clearing rails, structured settlement windows and robust netting mechanisms will be critical to controlling risk and ensuring capital is deployed efficiently as markets evolve.
The Fuse Podcast: The future of digital assets
The discussion dives into the infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and market forces shaping the future of tokenization and digital finance. The panel look at issues including the role of financial market infrastructures, challenges to the adoption of digital assets, opportunities for inclusion and innovation, and the regulatory landscape in the U.K. and beyond.