Can traditional markets keep up?
By Anastasia Samaras
Last week, The Upstream team hosted the 16th episode of their “Upstream Up Close” series on Twitter (X) Spaces. This ongoing series features 10–15 minute discussions on the exciting world of digital collectibles, Web3, and trading on Upstream, a MERJ exchange market and stock trading app. Episode 16 delved specifically into the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize stock market trading, with a focus on the benefits blockchain-powered markets can have during times of market volatility.
Listen HERE to Upstream Up Close: Blockchain Never Sleeps
Navigating the Rapids of Market Downturns
The recent market downturn served as a springboard for the discussion, highlighting the limitations of trading hours when faced with rapid price fluctuations. Investors were left waiting for the market to open potentially missing opportunities or facing significant losses.
Blockchain offers a Lifeline
The episode explored how blockchain technology can offer a solution by enabling key factors such as:
- 24/7 Trading
- Faster Settlements
- Enhanced Transparency
Upstream, is a MERJ exchange market and stock trading app powered by Horzion’s Blockchain Technology. Upstream exemplifies the benefits discussed, offering investors:
- 20 Hours of Trading: Trade on your own schedule 20 hours a day 5 days a week, with extended hours exceeding traditional markets.
- Real-time Access: React immediately to market news and events.
- Transparent Order Books: See exactly what everyone else is buying and selling.
Word of the segment: Market Sell-Offs
A selloff is a rapid and sustained sale of a large volume of securities, leading to a decline in its price. It may be caused by various factors, such as a report of declining earnings, the threat of new technologies, natural disasters, or an increase in the price of raw materials.
The potential benefits of blockchain-powered trading during market sell-offs are substantial. From immediate responses to market news to faster settlements and enhanced transparency, blockchain could redefine the investment landscape.
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