Telegram Wallet Plans Tokenized US Stocks Access via Kraken, Backed Partnership

Telegram's crypto wallet, Wallet in Telegram, is partnering with Kraken and tokenization platform Backed to offer tokenized US equities and ETFs to users, with an initial rollout scheduled for October 2025. The rollout will begin with over 60 fully collateralized tokenized stocks and ETFs, including major companies like Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, and MicroStrategy, accessible through a new “Stocks and ETFs” section. This initiative aims to expand financial access, especially targeting emerging markets where many people remain underbanked or unbanked. Trading will be available 24/5, allowing users to buy fractional shares via tokens, and dividend profits will be distributed in token form. After launching on the custodial Wallet in Telegram, the service will extend to the self-custodial TON Wallet by the end of 2025. This move is part of a broader effort to democratize capital markets by leveraging blockchain technology to bridge traditional finance and everyday users globally.