FTSE Russell Partners With Chainlink to Bring Global Indices Onchain

In Brief

• FTSE Russell brings its Russell and FTSE indices onchain through Chainlink’s DataLink service.
• Integration covers 40+ blockchains, enabling real-time access to trusted global financial benchmarks.
• Chainlink expands institutional adoption, securing $100B+ in DeFi TVL and $25T in transaction value.

FTSE Russell, a global index provider with over $18 trillion in benchmarked assets, has partnered with Chainlink to bring its index data onchain through DataLink. The collaboration marks the first time FTSE Russell’s globally recognized indices will be available across more than 40 blockchains.

Through DataLink, Chainlink enables institutions to securely publish and commercialize data onchain without building dedicated infrastructure. This integration aims to accelerate institutional adoption of blockchain technology by providing trusted, real-time benchmark data to onchain markets.

The integration includes major benchmarks such as the Russell 1000, Russell 2000, and Russell 3000 indices, representing nearly the entire U.S. equity market. It also includes the FTSE 100 Index, WMR FX benchmarks, FTSE DAR Digital Asset Prices, and the FTSE Digital Asset Index.

FTSE Russell indices are among the most widely used financial benchmarks, covering approximately 98% of investable global markets. By making them available onchain, Chainlink provides DeFi developers and institutions with verifiable data to create regulated, tokenized products.

DataLink extends Chainlink’s institutional reach and accelerates tokenization

DataLink is an institutional-grade publishing service powered by Chainlink’s decentralised oracle network. It allows global financial data providers to securely distribute their benchmarks on-chain while maintaining full control of their datasets.

FTSE Russell’s on-chain publication supports broader innovation in tokenised assets, ETFs, and next-generation data-driven financial products. The collaboration also strengthens Chainlink’s role as the leading bridge between traditional finance and blockchain ecosystems.

With this launch, FTSE Russell’s data becomes accessible 24/7 to global blockchain markets, enabling developers to integrate trusted benchmarks directly into decentralised applications. 

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