Cryptocurrency

London Stock Exchange Group plans for blockchain boost

LSE head Julia Hoggett has been asked to lead the project

LSEG: Using blockchain technology would 'make a process that is slicker, smoother, cheaper and more transparent'
LSEG: Using blockchain technology would 'make a process that is slicker, smoother, cheaper and more transparent' Photo: Bloomberg via Getty Images

The London Stock Exchange Group is planning to roll out a blockchain-based offering as part of its digital business plans.

The group said this would make it the first major exchange to host traditional trading on the digital asset platform, which to date has underpinned crypto trades.

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