Nasdaq Eyes Tokenized Securities, Rainforest Disrupts Payments, and CoinShares Goes Public


Author: Matt Williams September 8, 2025 Duration: 14:11
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Nasdaq Eyes Tokenized Securities, Rainforest Disrupts Payments, and CoinShares Goes Public

In today’s episode, Alex and Morgan explore how finance and crypto are increasingly overlapping. From traditional markets to disruptive startups and tokenized assets, the lines between Wall Street and blockchain are starting to blur.

Market and Bitcoin Update

The show opens with a snapshot of the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Bitcoin, setting the stage with both steady moves in traditional markets and continued volatility in crypto.

Rainforest Raises Big to Disrupt Payments

Atlanta-based startup Rainforest is making waves in the payments industry with fresh funding and a bold mission to streamline how businesses process transactions. The hosts unpack how Rainforest is positioning itself against entrenched incumbents in fintech.

Nasdaq Proposes Tokenized Securities

In a potentially historic move, Nasdaq has proposed to the SEC the creation of a platform for trading tokenized securities. Alex and Morgan discuss how this could merge blockchain technology with mainstream financial markets, reshaping how investors trade and own assets.

CoinShares Plans U.S. Listing via SPAC

Finally, CoinShares, a leading crypto asset manager, is preparing to go public in the U.S. through a SPAC merger. The move highlights how digital asset firms are seeking greater legitimacy and access to capital markets as the industry matures.

Recap and Close

From Rainforest shaking up payments, to Nasdaq pushing tokenization, to CoinShares stepping onto Wall Street, today’s stories highlight the ongoing convergence of traditional finance and crypto innovation.

Sign-off: “We’re here to help at Snarful, so reach out on our website if you have any more questions.”


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