Traditional Finance Bridges to DeFi: SIX Group Streams Exchange Data Through Chainlink

SIX and Chainlink connect €2T in equities to blockchain, expanding real-time data access for onchain finance use cases.

Major exchange operators are now feeding real-time equities data directly into blockchain networks, opening new paths for developers and investors. As this trend builds, the connection between regulated markets and onchain applications is becoming more practical and widespread. The latest move by SIX Group and Chainlink reflects how quickly that transition is taking shape.

Chainlink Powers Onchain Access to €2 Trillion in SIX Exchange Equities

Switzerland-based firm SIX Group has introduced equities data from its exchanges into blockchain environments through a partnership with Chainlink. The rollout relies on Chainlink’s DataLink service, which connects established data sources to smart contracts.

Through this setup, equities listed in Switzerland and Spain are now accessible across over 75 blockchain networks. In addition, their combined market value exceeds €2 trillion.

At the same time, more than 2,600 applications can pull that data directly into their systems. This makes it easy for developers to work with real market information inside programmable environments.

Developers Gain Direct Line to Exchange Data as Blockchain Use Expands

According to the release, SIX, known for operating key market infrastructure in both countries, has also been building in the digital asset space. Its work includes a digital central securities depository, positioning the firm within both traditional and blockchain-based finance. 

According to Matthew Nurse, Head of Market Data at SIX, the integration allows major European equities to be available in real time within blockchain applications. He pointed to the importance of trusted systems when handling financial data in new environments.

Meanwhile, Fernando Vázquez, president of capital markets at Chainlink Labs, said the service enables data providers to distribute their data while retaining control over permissions and regulatory requirements. In his view, institutions can now extend their data into blockchain networks without losing oversight.

With equities data now accessible onchain, several use cases come into view. These include tokenized indices, structured financial products, and regulated DeFi applications. Moreover, prediction markets and new trading models may begin to form around this data.

Step by step, traditional finance and blockchain systems are becoming more connected. As more institutions take similar steps, the gap between both sectors may continue to shrink.

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