May 21, 2026

Welcome to the latest edition of *DTCC Connection*. Get connected to the news and insights impacting the global financial landscape:

🧬 Evolving with ETFs: With new central clearing capabilities for options-based ETFs, see why this framework is a step forward in market evolution.

📊 Unlocking Billions in Capital & Liquidity: New research highlights the immediate business case for tokenized collateral adoption.

🕔18 Months Until Europe T+1: As European markets prepare for T+1 settlement in 2027, see where the rubber meets the road with readiness.

🪙 From Theory to Reality: Tokenization is moving beyond hype into real-world adoption. Find out how infrastructure and standards are taking center stage.

A Step Forward in the Evolution of Post-Trade Infrastructure

DTCC has expanded its central clearing capabilities to support options‑based ETFs, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of ETF post‑trade infrastructure.

DTCC has also enhanced its liquidity and risk management capabilities for ETFs. Learn how this new framework enhances risk management, efficiency and transparency across a rapidly growing segment of the ETF market. Explore the Expansion (2 MIN)

More on central clearing:

DTCC Receives Approval to Launch New Client Access Model for SFT Clearing (2 MIN)

Tokenized Collateral Could Unlock Billions in Capital

New research shows how tokenized assets and real-time collateral mobility could reduce liquidity buffers, lower capital requirements and improve resilience. The findings point to a compelling, near-term business case for adoption. Read the Research (2 MIN)

More on tokenized collateral:

Consensus 2026 Conversations: Tokenization Moves from Theory to Reality (3 MIN)

Awareness to Action: Are We on Track for T+1 in Europe?

Momentum continues to build toward this landmark moment; however, with 18 months until European markets move to T+1 settlement, there is still a lot of work to be done.

DTCC’s Valentino Wotton looks at the upcoming transition and highlights progress — and remaining gaps — as the industry prepares for October 2027. Firms must assess readiness across operations, technology, and workflows. Learn more about the practical steps firms should be taking now to move from awareness to action. Check Your Readiness (4 MIN)

More on global accelerated settlement:

Understanding the Impact of 24x5 Trading on T+1 Confirmations

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