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New on Upstream: KRTL Holding Group, Inc.

Explore how this diversified holding company, focused on biotechnology innovation, global API sourcing, and cross-border distribution solutions, is shaping the future in this week's blog.

Read here: https://medium.com//new-upstream-dual-listing-krtl-holding-group-5751d293bcf5

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Upstream’s Know Your Customer (KYC) process just got an upgrade! Our development team has given the identity verification journey a fresh new look, making it even more intuitive and seamless. While the process remains quick and secure, the updated interface ensures an even smoother experience for traders.

As a regulated marketplace part of MERJ Exchange, KYC identify verification is required to prevent fraud, money laundering, and illicit activity, a step that keeps our trading environment safe. If your account balance reaches $500 or you’re withdrawing funds, you’ll be prompted to complete KYC. Or, you can complete KYC identity verification on Upstream anytime by tapping the profile icon, selecting KYC, and following the steps. Learn more and check out the new interface in this week's blog.

Read the blog: https://medium.com//upstream-kyc-identity-verification-just-got-even-easier-e1e80d15c462

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We're excited to announce that KRTL Holding Group, Inc. (KRTL) has been approved to dual list on Upstream.

📅 Trading begins April 2, 2025 at 10:00am ET
📍Ticker: KRTL

Unlocking global access, liquidity potential & price discovery, KRTL’s dual listing on Upstream provides investors outside the U.S. an opportunity to trade using credit/debit cards, PayPal, USD, or USDC, making investing more accessible than ever.

Read the Press Release: https://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/KRTL/news/KRTL-Holding-Group-Inc-Approved-to-Dual-List-on-Upstream?id=471353

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In case you missed it, last week’s blog explored the key challenges traditional exchanges face in transitioning to 24-hour trading. From dated infrastructure, to regulatory hurdles, and cybersecurity risks, the shift won’t be easy. See what’s ahead and how Upstream is positioned to adapt. Link in bio.

In case you missed it, last week’s blog explored the key challenges traditional exchanges face in transitioning to 24-hour trading. From dated infrastructure, to regulatory hurdles, and cybersecurity risks, the shift won’t be easy. See what’s ahead and how Upstream is positioned to adapt: https://medium.com//challenges-for-legacy-stock-exchanges-switching-to-24-5-hour-trading-32dcb191c91a

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Most of today’s major stock exchanges were built in an era when financial markets operated within fixed hours, often dictated by regional business days and manual processes.

As technology advances, these traditional exchanges continue to enhance their existing systems to support more automation, speed, and regulatory compliance. However, this approach has its limitations. With the push for faster settlement and the recent demand for expanded trading hours, traditional exchanges face several challenges in keeping up.

How can markets adapt? Read our latest blog to explore the future of trading: https://upstreamexchange.medium.com/challenges-for-legacy-stock-exchanges-switching-to-24-5-hour-trading-32dcb191c91a

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ICYMI: Major players are still experimenting with tokenized assets, but most solutions still rely on traditional intermediaries. While these discussions and system upgrades are still in progress for traditional markets, the future of trading isn’t just on the horizon — it’s already here.

Upstream was designed from the start to operate without traditional inefficiencies, avoiding the need to adapt a legacy system.

See what you missed in last week's blog: https://medium.com//the-stock-market-of-the-future-is-already-here-4151526bd3bd

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The financial world is increasingly embracing blockchain-powered trading, with both emerging companies and major institutions exploring tokenization and digital securities. For real-world examples of tokenization in action, check out our last three blogs covering current use cases for real-world assets, securities trading, and stablecoins.

When it comes to stock trading, many traditional stock markets operate on legacy infrastructure with longer settlement times, limited trading hours, and limited access to global investors.

Nasdaq President, Tal Cohen, wrote in a LinkedIn post that the operator has started discussions with regulators and expects to launch 24-hour, five-days-a-week trading in the second half of 2026. Other exchanges are also in discussions as demand for globally interconnected markets continues to grow.

While these discussions and system upgrades are still in progress for traditional markets, the future of trading isn’t just on the horizon — it’s already here.

Upstream, part of MERJ Exchange, is already delivering the next evolution of stock trading with real-time ex*****on, instant settlement, and global access.

Learn more in this week’s blog: https://medium.com//the-stock-market-of-the-future-is-already-here-4151526bd3bd

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ICYMI: Upstream’s trading isn’t just mobile—our online trading platform lets you access the market from anywhere, 20 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you’re at home, in the office, or on the go, trading stocks and other listed assets has never been more accessible.

Find out what you missed in last week's blog: https://upstreamexchange.medium.com/buy-and-sell-stocks-on-upstreams-online-trading-platform-687fbb82cd45

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Did you know you can trade on Upstream not just through the mobile app, but also on our web-based trading platform? Access the market from anywhere, 20 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Learn more in this week’s blog: https://medium.com//buy-and-sell-stocks-on-upstreams-online-trading-platform-687fbb82cd45

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In Case You Missed It: Tokenization in Action: Real-World Assets

Tokenization is transforming real-world assets (RWAs) like real estate, fine art, and commodities. By leveraging blockchain, these tangible assets can be fractionally owned and traded, opening up new investment opportunities, including in private credit and debt markets.

See what you missed in last week's blog: https://medium.com//tokenization-in-action-real-world-assets-03bec5a65e24

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