Moomoo Facilitates First Retail Access to Blockchain-Native Equity Offering
Event summary
- Moomoo became the first U.S. brokerage to offer retail investors access to Figure Technology Solutions Inc.’s blockchain-native share offering on February 26, 2026.
- The offering, FGRD, is the first SEC-registered public equity issued in blockchain-native form.
- Moomoo customers participated using existing brokerage accounts without needing digital wallets or blockchain-native payment methods.
- No commissions or blockchain 'gas' fees were charged for the FGRD subscriptions or market trading.
The big picture
This transaction marks a significant step in the integration of blockchain technology into traditional capital markets, demonstrating that equities can be issued and traded on blockchain within a fully regulated context. Moomoo’s role highlights the growing trend of bridging legacy brokerage services with emerging market technologies, while maintaining a focus on investor protection and regulatory compliance. The offering reflects broader industry shifts towards more efficient and transparent market infrastructures.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Compliance
- How moomoo will balance innovation with adherence to evolving U.S. securities regulations as more blockchain-native offerings emerge.
- Market Adoption
- The pace at which retail investors embrace blockchain-native equities through traditional brokerage platforms.
- Competitive Dynamics
- Whether other brokerages will quickly follow moomoo’s lead in offering blockchain-native equity access to retail investors.
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