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The proposed integration links tokenized ownership to meeting notices, verified voting entitlements, proxy channels and issuer records, but the NYSE platform remains subject to regulatory approval.
The integration links token holders to voting on the underlying US shares through existing proxy infrastructure. Direct digital-wallet authentication is described as a later development.
Mike Cowley will lead Broadridge’s Global Proxy business permanently after six months as interim general manager, with responsibility for operations, client service and institutional-governance capabilities.
SEC staff says companies need not offer multiple standing-vote policies. Where instructions follow a third party, shareholders should receive the material recommendation information free and in time to change their vote.