Hyperliquid to Launch 11 New Tokenized Markets
Trading for the new share-backed debt instruments is set to begin on October 26, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Investing
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Hyperliquid is launching 11 new USDC-denominated spot markets for tokens representing share-backed debt claims on October 26, 2026. These instruments allow for trading exposure to major companies and indices, though they remain unavailable to U.S. persons.
Why it matters
These tokens provide a way to gain exposure to equity-linked assets via blockchain infrastructure. The structure uses limited-recourse debt instruments issued by a segregated portfolio company in the British Virgin Islands.
The 11 new markets include tokens tracking nine individual companies and two major indices. Each token is backed one-to-one by the underlying shares.
The players
Hyperliquid
Hyperliquid is a decentralized trading platform facilitating the launch of these new tokenized markets.
EQX Labs
EQX Labs is the provider of the tokens that represent share-backed debt claims.
The details
The instruments track the S&P 500 via EQSPY, the Nasdaq 100 via EQQQQ, and companies including Nvidia, Tesla, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Micron and SpaceX. All trading is conducted in USDC denominations.
Timeline
Trading begins at 9:30 a.m. ET on October 26, 2026.
Market Dynamics
This launch highlights the growing trend of bridging traditional equities with decentralized finance through tokenization. It follows established precedents set by the SEC's investor accreditation and asset security regulations for U.S. persons by specifically excluding domestic participants.
Investors outside the U.S. can access these new markets to trade tokens backed one-to-one by major equities and indices. U.S. residents are prohibited from participating in these specific trading activities.
The takeaway
Tokenized equity markets represent a move toward globalized, 24/7 trading of traditional financial assets. Investors should remain mindful of the distinct regulatory status of these offshore debt instruments compared to standard equity holdings.
Further reading
Learn more about the evolving world of digital assets by visiting the Investing section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TokenPost.
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