Building the Future of Digital Securities with N-DSP
NASD's institutional-grade platform for issuing and trading digital securities on the blockchain.
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About NASD Digital Securities Platform
NASD Digital Securities Platform (N-DSP) is to be powered by blockchain technology to facilitate the trading of digital assets. With its comprehensive, end-to-end functionality, the platform ensures a secure and seamless experience throughout the entire operational sphere of capital markets activities.
N-DSP would expedite the process for issuers to tokenize their assets, raise capital, and establish connections with a global network of investors. The benefit of the platform extends to all participants in the ecosystem, encompassing issuers, brokers, custodian banks, depositories, regulators, and investors.
On a broader scale, this groundbreaking technology underscores NASD's unwavering commitment to advancing economic growth in Africa through continuous innovation. It solidifies our dedication to stakeholders and to the Nigerian economy by ushering in a new era of possibilities.
SEC Regulated
Market oversight ensures fair competition and protects consumers by monitoring and regulating market activities.
Multi-Party
Ecosystem design strengthens the digital securities market by fostering innovation, collaboration, and transparency among stakeholders.
On-Chain
Custody and settlement services securely manage and transfer digital securities, offering investors peace of mind and efficient transactions.
Key Participant on N-DSP
Issuers
- Build and submit disclosure and/or prospectus for capital raise
- Enter into arrangements with Brokers
- Raise capital
- Manage corporate actions
Investors
- Subscribe to primary offers for digital assets
- Trade securities on the secondary market
- View portfolio and order history
- View real time quotes and historical market data
Brokers
- Satisfy KYC/AML obligations
- Enter into arrangements with Issuers
- Initiate and manage capital raise (sponsoring firm)
- Trading
- Set restrictions on investors based on suitability
Central Custodian
- Keeps records of all security tokens for all participants (secure custody)
- Create and manage Digital Vaults
- Maintain safe custody of assets
- Clear and settle transactions
Change is coming
N-DSP would expedite the process for issuers to tokenize their assets, raise capital, and establish connections with a global network of investors. The benefit of the platform extends to all participants in the ecosystem, encompassing issuers, brokers, custodian banks, depositories, regulators, and investors.
Take a Peek at Current Digital Offerings
NASD Digital Securities Platform (N-DSP) is to be powered by blockchain technology to facilitate the trading of digital assets. With its comprehensive, end-to-end functionality, the platform ensures a secure and seamless experience throughout the entire operational sphere of capital markets activities.
Ark Real Estate Fund C
Issued by:AArk & Sons Group
Sample listings — live offerings will appear here once the N-DSP offerings API is available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the NASD Digital Securities Platform.
What is the NASD Digital Securities Platform (N-DSP)?
It is a platform for issuing, trading, and managing digital securities using blockchain technology.What are digital securities?
They are assets like shares or bonds that are issued and traded in digital form on a blockchain.How is N-DSP different from traditional markets?
It uses blockchain to make processes faster, more secure, and more transparent.Who can use the N-DSP platform?
Issuers, investors, brokers, custodians, and regulators can all participate in the ecosystem.What types of assets can be listed on N-DSP?
It supports tokenized assets like equities, real estate, and private investments.What are the key benefits of N-DSP?
It lowers entry barriers, reduces costs, and expands access to more investors.Is the N-DSP platform regulated?
Yes. It operates under approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).How does N-DSP improve transaction speed?
It enables faster settlement, including near-instant (T+0) clearing in some cases.How secure is the platform?
It uses blockchain and smart contracts to reduce fraud and improve trust.How do I get started on N-DSP?
You can contact NASD or onboard through approved operators and platform channels.