Backpack is a Solana-based platform that evolved from an NFT wallet and Mad Lads community project into a comprehensive brokerage combining a centralized crypto exchange, US stocks/ETFs trading, and self-custodial wallet services. Founded by Armani Ferrante (formerly at Apple and Alameda), the platform survived FTX's collapse and now emphasizes unified account margins, 24/7 real stock trading, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
X posts discuss RWA and tokenization developments. GWDC 2026 innovation forum scheduled for Seoul on September 29-30 will feature stock tokenization and Web3 finance with government officials and tech giants. Backpack Securities partners with Solana platform to provide tokenized US stocks, enabling their use as trading pairs in DEX pools alongside other assets.