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Stocks

3 charts on the tokenized stocks boom

The market for tokenized stocks has experienced rapid expansion, with total market capitalization surging from $329 million to $1.7 billion over the past year. This growth is driven by significant new issuance rather than mere price appreciation, as over half of the current market cap consists of assets that were not onchain a year ago. The composition of these assets has shifted dramatically, with crypto-linked products declining in dominance while megacap tech, ETFs, and AI-related equities gain substantial traction. Monthly transfer volume has seen an explosive 170x increase, reaching $9.22 billion in June, signaling heightened utility in DeFi collateral and trading. Major financial institutions including the DTCC, NYSE, and Robinhood are actively building infrastructure to support this transition. Coinbase and Binance have also introduced 1:1-backed tokenized U.S. stocks to provide global users with 24/7 access and shareholder rights. These developments represent a critical bridge between traditional Wall Street equities and blockchain-based financial systems, offering increased liquidity and accessibility.

#RWA #CantonNetwork #TokenizedStocks

a16zcrypto.com·Jul 20, 20269.0

Stocks

Robinhood built an RWA chain. Memecoins took it.

Robinhood launched its Ethereum layer 2 blockchain, Robinhood Chain, built on Arbitrum’s Orbit stack to serve as a regulated venue for tokenized equities and real-world assets. Despite the platform's sophisticated architecture featuring Chainlink oracles and Morpho-powered lending, the network's initial success has been driven primarily by speculative memecoin activity rather than its intended financial products. Within two weeks, the chain achieved significant metrics, including $312 million in total value locked and over $3 billion in seven-day DEX volume. However, tokenized real-world assets account for only 4.1% of the total value locked, totaling approximately $12.8 million. Conversely, a single cat-themed memecoin, CASHCAT, reached a market capitalization of roughly $156 million, dwarfing the value of all tokenized equities combined. While this memecoin frenzy highlights a disconnect between the platform's original mission and its current usage, analysts suggest that high transaction volume and user engagement are necessary precursors to building the liquidity required for institutional-grade RWA adoption. Robinhood aims to transition from a traditional brokerage to a vertically integrated on-chain infrastructure provider, leveraging its massive existing user base to eventually drive adoption of tokenized stocks.

#Arbitrum #RWA #TokenizedStocks

crypto.news·Jul 20, 20268.5

Commodities

Tether Gold Recognition Advances Tokenized Gold in ADGM

On July 20, 2026, the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) officially recognized Tether Gold (XAU₮) as an Accepted Spot Commodity, marking a significant milestone for institutional-grade real-world asset tokenization. This regulatory endorsement allows authorized firms within the ADGM to offer services tied to the gold-backed token, which represents a one-to-one claim on physical gold stored in Swiss vaults. By integrating XAU₮ into its Financial Services Regulatory Authority framework, the ADGM provides a clear legal pathway for institutions to utilize blockchain-based gold. This move follows the previous recognition of USD₮, signaling Tether's strategic effort to anchor its product suite within the UAE's premier financial center. The development is analytically significant because it establishes a precedent for how other physical asset-backed tokens might be integrated into regulated frameworks. As global tokenized asset value exceeds $31 billion, this collaboration demonstrates how direct engagement between issuers and regulators can bridge the gap between traditional finance and digital infrastructure. Ultimately, the recognition enhances the credibility of tokenized commodities, positioning Abu Dhabi as a central hub for the practical, regulated adoption of digital assets.

#Tokenization #Commodities #TetherGold

en.cryptonomist.ch·Jul 20, 20268.5

Stocks

SBI partners Ondo to tokenize Japanese securities

Ondo Finance has entered a strategic partnership with Japan's SBI Group to tokenize Japanese equities and integrate the JPYSC stablecoin, issued by SBI Shinsei Trust Bank. This collaboration aims to distribute Ondo’s tokenized stock products through SBI Group’s extensive brokerage network, including SBI Securities. Ondo Global Markets, which currently manages over $1 billion in tokenized stock issuance, will facilitate these offerings as structured products rather than direct equity ownership. These tokens function as loan notes backed one-to-one by underlying stocks held in custody by Alpaca, with security oversight provided by Ankura Trust. While the arrangement offers DeFi participants increased convenience, the tokens do not grant holders direct ownership rights and are restricted to non-U.S. investors. This move represents a significant expansion for Ondo, following its existing European collaboration with Deutsche Börse’s Clearstream and the 360X venue. By leveraging SBI’s infrastructure, the partnership highlights the growing institutional appetite for bridging traditional Japanese financial markets with blockchain-based distribution models.

#Ondo Finance #RWA #TokenizedStocks

ledgerinsights.com·Jul 20, 20268.5

Infrastructure

Wall Street's Pipes Onchain

The integration of traditional financial infrastructure with blockchain technology is accelerating as major institutions explore on-chain settlement for complex assets. By leveraging distributed ledger technology, firms aim to reduce the reliance on legacy clearing systems that often suffer from latency and high operational costs. This shift represents a fundamental move toward programmable finance where assets like bonds and equities can be traded and settled in near real-time. The adoption of tokenization standards allows for greater interoperability between private permissioned chains and public networks like Ethereum. As liquidity fragmentation remains a primary hurdle, the industry is focusing on unified ledger architectures to bridge the gap between institutional silos. This evolution is critical for the RWA market because it provides the necessary plumbing to support high-volume, regulated asset trading on-chain. Ultimately, the transition to on-chain pipes signals a maturation phase where efficiency gains begin to outweigh the initial technical and regulatory risks.

#Tokenization #InstitutionalFinance #BlockchainInfrastructure

t.co·Jul 20, 20268.5

Infrastructure

What Nasdaq's Role in the DTCC Tokenization Event Means for Capital Markets

On July 15th, the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) partnered with Nasdaq and over 30 industry firms to conduct a landmark test of tokenizing U.S. equity trades. The exercise successfully converted production trades from The Nasdaq Stock Market, including the Invesco QQQ ETF, into tokens held within digital control accounts and member wallets. This event served as a critical proof-of-concept for the upcoming launch of the DTCC Tokenization Service, scheduled for October. By demonstrating that tokenization can function within existing regulatory frameworks, the initiative highlights a path toward modernizing capital market infrastructure. The project emphasizes that digital assets can maintain institutional rigor, transparency, and investor protection while operating on blockchain rails. DTCC will continue to act as the official recordkeeper, ensuring that the transition to digital twins does not compromise market safety or integrity. This collaboration between major market operators and technology providers marks a significant step in bridging mainstream financial systems with digital ledger technology.

#Tokenization #DTCC #Nasdaq

nasdaq.com·Jul 20, 20269.5

Infrastructure

SBI picks Solana: What Japan’s tokenization pivot means for SOL

SBI Holdings and the Solana Foundation have formed a joint venture, SBI Solana Global, by rebranding the existing SBI R3 Japan entity. The Solana Foundation has acquired an equity stake in this venture, which also includes Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group as a shareholder. The new entity aims to build a comprehensive financial infrastructure in Japan, focusing on yen-denominated stablecoin issuance, tokenization of corporate bonds, commercial paper, and real estate. Additionally, the mandate covers cross-border settlement rails, institutional on-chain services, and payment systems for AI agents. This partnership represents a significant institutional pivot for Solana, moving beyond retail-focused use cases into the regulated Japanese financial sector. While the announcement signals a major strategic alignment, the market reaction remained muted, reflecting a broader trend of investor skepticism toward institutional announcements lacking immediate product delivery. The venture leverages Japan's established regulatory framework for stablecoins and security tokens to bypass legal uncertainty, positioning the country as a potential hub for on-chain finance.

#Solana #Stablecoins #Tokenization

cryptonews.net·Jul 20, 20268.5

Stocks

Bernstein raises Robinhood price target, cites tokenization and prediction markets

Bernstein analysts have raised their price target for Robinhood Markets from $130 to $160, citing the brokerage's strategic pivot toward tokenized equities and prediction markets. This shift aims to reduce reliance on traditional crypto trading by leveraging Robinhood Chain, a proprietary layer-2 network built on Arbitrum. By developing its own blockchain infrastructure, Robinhood intends to offer on-chain financial products independently of third-party providers. Bernstein projects that the total value of on-chain real-world assets will surge from $35 billion to between $2 trillion and $4 trillion by 2030, with tokenized equities playing a central role. This institutional momentum is further evidenced by recent collaborations, such as the integration of Broadridge’s governance tools into Alpaca’s Instant Tokenization Network. Additionally, Securitize and Cantor Fitzgerald have partnered to build infrastructure for blockchain-based IPOs, signaling a broader industry move toward regulated on-chain securities. These developments underscore the transition of tokenization from a niche experiment to a foundational layer for global capital markets.

#Arbitrum #RWA #TokenizedEquities

Cointelegraph — RWA Tokenization·Jul 20, 20268.5

Stocks

Ondo Global Markets Becomes Ondo Stocks as Tokenized Equities Cross $1 Billion

Ondo Finance has rebranded its tokenized equities platform from Ondo Global Markets to Ondo Stocks, signaling a strategic focus on its dominant position in the tokenized U.S. equity sector. Since its launch in September 2025, the platform has achieved significant milestones, including surpassing $1 billion in total value locked and expanding its catalog to over 438 assets. By capturing between 59% and 70% of the tokenized equity issuer market, Ondo has outperformed competitors like Backed Finance, Swarm, and Dinari. The platform recently introduced 24/7 minting and redemption for major assets like NVDAon and TSLAon, effectively removing the constraints of traditional market hours. Furthermore, the integration of Chainlink price feeds has enabled these tokenized shares to function as productive collateral within DeFi lending protocols. The launch of Ondo Perps, offering up to 20x leverage, further integrates these assets into the broader decentralized finance ecosystem. This evolution from simple exposure to active financial utility marks a critical shift in how retail and institutional investors interact with traditional equities on the blockchain.

#Ethereum #Solana #Ondo Finance

genfinity.io·Jul 20, 20269.5

Stocks

Solana captures 95% of tokenized stock volume as new analytics dashboard goes live

Rwa.xyz has launched a dedicated analytics dashboard to track the rapidly expanding market for tokenized public equities and ETFs, which currently holds a total distributed value of $1.85 billion. The data reveals that Solana has secured a dominant position in this sector, processing approximately 95% of all on-chain tokenized equity volume. Cumulative transaction volume on Solana surpassed $10 billion by June 2026, with the first half of that year alone contributing $4.9 billion. This growth represents a sixfold increase compared to the previous half-year period, signaling significant institutional and retail interest. Major platforms like Ondo and xStocks are leading the ecosystem, managing hundreds of assets with valuations reaching $851 million and $481.6 million respectively. Furthermore, the sector now supports over 538,000 holders, with monthly transfer volumes surging by nearly 53% to reach $8.28 billion. This shift toward Solana highlights a critical trend in the RWA market, where high-throughput blockchains are increasingly preferred for the high-frequency nature of equity trading.

#Solana #RWA #Ondo

cryptobriefing.com·Jul 20, 20267.5

Infrastructure

Brazil’s CVM Launches Task Force to Draft Tokenized Securities Rules

The Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) has established a 14-department task force to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for tokenized securities. This initiative aims to address the unique infrastructure challenges posed by distributed ledger technology, which often consolidates traditional roles like custody, settlement, and registration into single blockchain-based systems. The task force is mandated to submit an initial draft within 60 days, followed by a 120-day public and expert review period. This development is significant as Brazil's tokenized asset market has reached approximately $2.34 billion, with corporate bonds and commercial paper accounting for $1.3 billion of that valuation. By focusing on the underlying infrastructure rather than the assets themselves, the CVM seeks to resolve critical questions regarding ownership records, private key management, and systemic liability. The framework will also incorporate findings from previous blockchain-based experiments conducted within the CVM’s regulatory sandbox. This move signals a proactive approach by a major emerging market regulator to formalize the integration of DLT into the national financial system.

#Regulation #TokenizedSecurities #DLT

en.bloomingbit.io·Jul 20, 20268.5

Infrastructure

XLM falls despite Stellar’s $114T tokenization opportunity – Just bad timing?

Stellar is positioning itself as a major infrastructure player in the RWA sector, currently supporting over $2.90 billion in tokenized securities and $689 million in stablecoins. While trailing market leaders like Securitize and Ondo Finance in total tokenized market capitalization, the network has bolstered institutional trust by onboarding MoneyGram, Figure, and Range as tier 1 validators. A significant strategic milestone includes a partnership with the DTCC to tokenize over $114 trillion in securities by 2027, alongside a $1 billion private credit transfer initiative by Tradable. These developments highlight a concerted effort to bridge traditional finance with decentralized infrastructure, driving high network activity with daily transaction averages reaching 5.5 million. Despite this robust operational growth and high utility, the native XLM token has experienced price consolidation and recent downward pressure. The discrepancy between network adoption and token performance suggests that while the blockchain is successfully attracting institutional RWA volume, market sentiment remains cautious. Ultimately, Stellar's ability to execute on its massive long-term tokenization roadmap will be the primary driver for its future relevance in the global financial ecosystem.

#RWA #Stellar #Tokenization

cryptonews.net·Jul 20, 20268.5

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