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Ondo crypto hits $1B TVL – Can it defend its tokenized stock lead?

Ondo Finance has reached a significant milestone by surpassing $1 billion in Total Value Locked (TVL) for its tokenized stock products, cementing its position as a leader in the sector. Recent data indicates that while capital growth remains steady, market activity is surging, with monthly transfer volumes jumping 194% to $23.49 billion. The number of holders for tokenized stocks has doubled to 1.33 million within thirty days, reflecting a rapid expansion in user participation. Despite this growth, the distributed value of underlying holdings rose by only 4% to $2.33 billion, suggesting that current market expansion is driven more by high-frequency turnover than by capital inflows. Ondo’s cumulative trading volume has reached $27 billion, which is approximately 27 times its TVL, highlighting the high velocity of these assets. Furthermore, 51% of trading activity now occurs outside traditional U.S. market hours, with Binance capturing a dominant share of this overnight and weekend liquidity. This shift underscores a growing demand for 24/7 access to tokenized equities, challenging traditional exchange limitations. As competition intensifies, Ondo faces pressure to maintain its asset-based leadership against platforms like Binance that are capturing significant trading volume.

#Ondo Finance #RWA #TokenizedStocks

ambcrypto.com·Aug 21, 20267.5

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Kraken Brings 7,000+ U.S. Stocks to Europe, Becomes First Crypto Platform Offering Traditional Shares and Tokenized Equities in One Account

Kraken has launched commission-free trading for over 7,000 U.S.-listed stocks and 700 tokenized xStocks for customers across the European Economic Area. This integration allows users to manage traditional equities and tokenized assets within a single regulated account under the MiFID II framework. By offering both traditional shares and 1:1 collateralized xStocks, Kraken aims to bridge the gap between traditional finance and crypto-native infrastructure. The platform, operated by Payward Europe Digital Solutions, distinguishes itself from competitors like Crypto.com and Bitpanda by providing a unified interface for both asset types. Tokenized equities currently represent 15% of the RWA market, with a total market capitalization of approximately $2.8 billion. Kraken, alongside Ondo Finance and Binance, controls 77% of this specific sector. This expansion signifies a major shift toward institutional-grade convergence, as trading activity on the platform increasingly pivots toward equity-based products despite a 13% year-over-year decline in total transaction volume.

#RWA #TokenizedEquities #xStocks

genfinity.io·Aug 21, 20268.5

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Uniswap tokenized stock volume on Robinhood Chain hits $1B

Uniswap’s cumulative trading volume for tokenized stocks on the Robinhood Chain has officially surpassed $1 billion, marking a significant milestone for onchain equity trading. Founder Hayden Adams announced the achievement, projecting that volume for these assets could eventually reach $1 trillion. The Robinhood Chain, an Ethereum layer-2 network built using Arbitrum technology, serves as the primary infrastructure for these trades, allowing users to swap tokens tied to major U.S. companies like Nvidia and Apple. Unlike traditional brokerage accounts, these instruments are debt securities issued by Robinhood Assets Jersey Limited that track economic performance without granting direct share ownership or voting rights. While the $1 billion figure highlights growing adoption, tokenized stocks currently represent a smaller portion of the network's total volume compared to memecoins. To manage compliance and inventory risk, Uniswap has integrated permissioned pools and strategies that pair equities with correlated assets like the SPY ETF. This development underscores the ongoing shift toward integrating traditional financial assets into decentralized automated market makers, though regulatory restrictions continue to limit access for U.S. investors.

#Arbitrum #RWA #TokenizedStocks

crypto.news·Aug 21, 20268.0

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ONDO Finance’s IVVon becomes largest tokenized ETF with $70M market cap

Ondo Finance’s IVVon, a tokenized wrapper for BlackRock’s iShares Core S&P 500 ETF, has reached approximately $70 million in market capitalization. This growth represents a tripling of value since the start of 2026, when the tokenized asset held roughly $22 million. Primarily operating on the Ethereum blockchain, IVVon now accounts for approximately 16% of the total $430 million tokenized ETF market. The product functions by backing each token 1:1 with IVV shares, with daily attestations verifying the underlying assets. Dividends are automatically reinvested into the underlying ETF, increasing the shares-per-token ratio for holders over time. While initially restricted to non-US investors, Ondo launched a separate SEC-compliant model in July 2026 to accommodate American participants. This milestone highlights the accelerating institutional and retail demand for onchain traditional finance products. The broader Ondo Finance platform has also surpassed $1 billion in total value locked as of August 2026.

#Ethereum #Ondo Finance #RWA

cryptobriefing.com·Aug 21, 20268.5

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Robinhood (HOOD) Stock Rockets 11% as Trump Endorses Crypto Clarity Act

Robinhood shares surged over 11% following President Trump's public endorsement of the Clarity Act, which seeks to classify most digital assets as commodities. This legislative push aims to resolve long-standing regulatory ambiguity that has historically hindered institutional and retail participation in the U.S. crypto market. Beyond the legislative news, CEO Vlad Tenev has actively campaigned for modernized securities laws to enable domestic tokenized stock trading, citing a $9 billion global market volume in 2026. Tenev warned that the U.S. risks losing competitive ground to international jurisdictions that have already embraced tokenized equity frameworks. Reports suggest the SEC is currently developing an innovation exemption to potentially allow qualified platforms to offer 24/7 tokenized equity trading. This regulatory shift is viewed as a significant catalyst for Robinhood, which is well-positioned to integrate such services into its existing brokerage infrastructure. Consequently, Goldman Sachs raised its price target for HOOD to $123, reflecting broader market optimism regarding the future of regulated digital asset and tokenized equity services.

#SEC #TokenizedStocks #DigitalAssets

Blockonomi·Aug 21, 20267.5

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MEXC Lists Ondo Tokenized Stock Moderna (MRNAON), Expanding Access to U.S. Biotech Exposure

MEXC has expanded its tokenized stock offerings by listing the MRNAON/USDT trading pair, providing users with exposure to Moderna, Inc. shares. This listing follows a significant 177% rally in Moderna's stock price, which was triggered by positive clinical trial results for its investigational personalized mRNA cancer vaccine. The MRNAON token, facilitated through a collaboration with Ondo, allows investors outside the United States to access traditional public securities on-chain. By integrating these assets into its spot market, MEXC aims to capitalize on the growing demand for tokenized equities, which accounted for 62% of the exchange's TradFi spot trading volume in July. The move highlights the increasing utility of tokenized stocks as freely transferable assets within the DeFi ecosystem. MEXC is further incentivizing this activity through its 'Stock Season' event, which offers zero-fee trading and a $500,000 prize pool. This development underscores the broader trend of bridging traditional financial markets with blockchain infrastructure to enhance global accessibility.

#Ondo #TokenizedStocks #DeFi

tradingview.com·Aug 21, 20267.0

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24-Hour Trading on US Exchanges: What the SEC Roundtable Means for Tokenized Stocks

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has scheduled a roundtable for September 17, 2026, to discuss the operational and resilience requirements for implementing 24-hour trading across American equity markets. This initiative directly challenges the primary value proposition of tokenized stocks on platforms like Kraken and Binance, which currently offer continuous trading that traditional exchanges lack. While the SEC roundtable is not a formal vote, it signifies a major shift as traditional venues like Nasdaq and NYSE Arca have already received approval to extend their trading hours into night sessions. As traditional exchanges move toward near-continuous operation, the competitive edge of tokenized assets—specifically their ability to trade outside standard market hours—is being significantly compressed. Tokenized stocks, such as xStocks and bStocks, provide fractional ownership and on-chain settlement, but they rely on the issuer holding the underlying equity, meaning investors face issuer risk rather than direct shareholder rights. The speed at which traditional exchanges successfully implement these extended hours will determine how much of the 'time advantage' remains for crypto-native tokenized stock products. Ultimately, this transition forces investors to weigh the remaining benefits of tokenization, such as weekend access, against the inherent risks of holding derivative claims rather than direct equity.

#SEC #TokenizedStocks #Kraken

cryptoticker.io·Aug 21, 20268.0

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Custodia Bank CEO: All Stocks Will Be Tokenized Within 12 to 24 Months

Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long predicts that all stocks will be tokenized and traded on major exchanges like the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq within the next 12 to 24 months. This transition is expected to fundamentally reshape financial infrastructure by shifting settlement from traditional clearinghouses to on-chain, real-time mechanisms. Long argues that this shift will inevitably force tokenized dollars into the banking system, compelling traditional institutions to adapt to new settlement tracks regardless of their current readiness. The trend is supported by the ongoing transition of traditional exchanges from pilot programs to full-scale tokenization of securities. As trading volumes for tokenized assets grow, the industry is seeing a structural reconstruction where pricing power moves toward on-chain environments. This development highlights a broader institutional push to integrate blockchain technology with legacy equity markets. Ultimately, the move toward on-chain interchangeable assets is expected to attract significant capital and pressure banks to modernize their settlement systems to remain relevant.

#TokenizedStocks #NYSE #Nasdaq

ababnews.com·Aug 21, 20267.5

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The market capitalization of tokenized stocks surges to $2.8 billion as institutional investors accelerate entry, reshaping the DeFi landscape.

The market capitalization of tokenized stocks has reached a significant milestone of $2.8 billion, signaling a rapid expansion in the integration of traditional equities into decentralized finance. This surge reflects a growing trend of institutional investors seeking to leverage blockchain technology for increased liquidity and efficiency in stock trading. By representing traditional shares as digital tokens, market participants can facilitate 24/7 trading and fractional ownership, which were previously constrained by legacy settlement cycles. The shift highlights a broader transition where institutional capital is increasingly comfortable utilizing blockchain infrastructure to manage high-value financial assets. As these tokenized instruments gain traction, they are effectively bridging the gap between conventional capital markets and the DeFi ecosystem. This growth underscores the maturing state of RWA tokenization, moving beyond experimental phases into scalable financial products. The continued influx of institutional interest suggests that tokenized stocks will play a pivotal role in the future architecture of global financial markets.

#RWA #TokenizedStocks #DeFi

moomoo.com·Aug 21, 20267.5

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Anchored to Launch Tokenized Stocks on Arbitrum via UniswapX for Onchain Capital Markets

Anchored is launching a platform to bring tokenized stocks to the Arbitrum blockchain, aiming to bridge traditional capital markets with decentralized finance. By leveraging UniswapX, the protocol seeks to provide users with efficient, on-chain access to equity-based assets. This initiative represents a significant step in the expansion of real-world asset tokenization, as it utilizes established DeFi infrastructure to facilitate the trading of traditional financial instruments. The integration with Arbitrum is designed to offer lower transaction costs and faster settlement times compared to legacy systems. By focusing on tokenized stocks, Anchored intends to increase liquidity and accessibility for global investors looking to diversify their portfolios on-chain. This development highlights the growing trend of institutional-grade assets migrating to high-performance layer-2 networks. Ultimately, the move underscores the ongoing evolution of financial markets toward a more transparent and programmable digital ecosystem.

#Arbitrum #RWA #TokenizedStocks

ffnews.com·Aug 20, 20267.5

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Siebert partners with tZERO for tokenized securities access By Investing.com

Siebert Financial Corp. has entered into a strategic partnership with tZERO to integrate tokenized securities into its digital brokerage platform. This collaboration aims to provide Siebert's client base with streamlined access to private assets and digital securities, leveraging tZERO's established infrastructure for secondary market trading. By incorporating blockchain-based technology, Siebert intends to modernize its service offerings and address the growing demand for alternative investment vehicles. The partnership signifies a broader trend of traditional financial institutions adopting distributed ledger technology to enhance liquidity and operational efficiency in private markets. As tZERO provides the underlying technology for compliant tokenized asset issuance and trading, this integration bridges the gap between legacy brokerage services and the emerging RWA ecosystem. The move reflects a significant step in the institutional adoption of tokenization, potentially setting a precedent for other mid-sized financial firms to explore digital asset integration. Ultimately, this development underscores the increasing maturity of the RWA market as infrastructure providers and retail-facing brokers align to facilitate broader investor participation.

#TokenizedSecurities #PrivateMarkets #tZERO

ng.investing.com·Aug 20, 20267.5

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XStocks leads tokenized stock issuers with $17M market cap growth in a single week

The tokenized equities sector has reached a total market capitalization of approximately $2.8 billion, with the Solana-based platform xStocks emerging as the fastest-growing issuer. Backed by Kraken’s parent company, Payward, xStocks added $17.3 million in market cap over a single week, significantly outpacing competitors like Ondo Finance and Superstate. Originally launched in June 2025, the platform has expanded its catalog to over 700 assets and reports $35 billion in cumulative transaction volume. The platform utilizes a 1:1 backing model where tokens are supported by actual shares held in regulated custody. By excluding US persons, xStocks navigates regulatory complexities while providing global investors with 24/7 access to US equity markets. The combined market share of top issuers, including xStocks, Ondo, and Binance’s bStocks, now accounts for roughly 77% of the total tokenized equities market. While this growth is notable, the sector remains a small fraction of the $50 trillion traditional US stock market, highlighting significant room for future expansion. This trend underscores the increasing institutional interest in bridging traditional brokerage compliance with the efficiency of blockchain rails.

#Solana #RWA #TokenizedEquities

cryptobriefing.com·Aug 20, 20268.0

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Solana Tokenized Equities Hit $465M as Bullish Executes BLSH Trade

The total supply of tokenized equities on the Solana blockchain has surpassed $465 million, marking a new weekly all-time high for the ecosystem. This growth is underscored by a significant milestone from the digital asset exchange Bullish, which successfully executed the first regulated trade involving BLSH shares originally issued on Solana. By moving traditional financial instruments onto blockchain infrastructure, tokenization aims to enhance market accessibility, programmability, and interoperability with decentralized applications. This development signals a shift for Solana, as it expands its utility beyond traditional DeFi and consumer applications into the realm of regulated financial assets. While the current milestone does not replace traditional stock exchanges, it demonstrates a growing institutional interest in onchain issuance and settlement. The sustainability of this trend will ultimately depend on increasing trading volumes, liquidity, and broader participation from established financial institutions. This progress reflects a broader industry transition where blockchain technology is increasingly utilized for the lifecycle management of traditional securities.

#Solana #RWA #TokenizedEquities

altcoinbuzz.io·Aug 20, 20267.5

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DeFi & L1L2 — 🚀 Crypto.com launched Tokenized Stocks; Toyota Finance launched a ¥1 billion tokenized bond

Crypto.com has officially launched a new offering for tokenized stocks, marking a significant expansion of its platform's asset capabilities. Simultaneously, Toyota Finance has entered the RWA space by issuing a ¥1 billion tokenized bond, highlighting the growing institutional interest in blockchain-based debt instruments. These developments occur against a backdrop of broader market growth, with total cryptocurrency ownership reaching 774 million users, a 4.5% increase in the first half of 2026. Market data indicates a positive trend, with market capitalization rising by 6.95% and trading volume increasing by 0.41% over the reporting period. The integration of traditional financial assets like stocks and bonds onto blockchain rails signals a maturing ecosystem where institutional players are increasingly leveraging distributed ledger technology for capital formation. While Harmony faces operational challenges following a network exploit, the overall RWA sector continues to gain momentum through these diverse product launches. These milestones underscore the ongoing convergence between traditional finance and decentralized infrastructure, providing investors with new avenues for asset exposure.

#RWA #TokenizedStocks #TokenizedBonds

crypto.com·Aug 20, 20267.5

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SEC Publishes First Crypto Fundraising Rule in 90 Years; Tokenized Stocks Blocked by Reg NMS

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released the 'Regulation Crypto Assets' Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, marking the first formal fundraising framework for crypto-native projects in the agency's 90-year history. This proposal introduces two specific fundraising exemptions—up to $5 million over four years and up to $75 million annually—alongside a decentralization safe harbor that allows tokens to exit SEC jurisdiction once protocols become autonomous. While this provides clarity for crypto-native capital formation, a separate, highly anticipated 'innovation exemption' for tokenized stocks and bonds remains stalled. This delay is driven by structural conflicts between blockchain-based Automated Market Makers (AMMs) and the SEC’s Regulation NMS, specifically the Order Protection Rule (Rule 611). Major exchanges like Nasdaq, NYSE, and Cboe argue that AMM pricing mechanisms are incompatible with the National Best Bid and Offer requirements, creating a 'two-tier market' risk. Consequently, the integration of traditional assets like U.S. equities and Treasuries onto blockchain rails faces significant technical and political hurdles. With the Citi Institute projecting a $5.5 trillion tokenized-asset market by 2030, the inability to reconcile legacy equity plumbing with blockchain infrastructure threatens to delay institutional adoption. The SEC's ongoing struggle to balance market competitiveness with existing investor protection mandates highlights the friction between modernizing financial rails and maintaining established regulatory standards.

#SEC #TokenizedStocks #BlockchainInfrastructure

techtimes.com·Aug 19, 20268.5

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Webull Climbs 7% Ahead of Q2 Earnings, Robinhood Gains 7% on Tokenization Push

Robinhood Markets shares rose 7% following CEO Vlad Tenev's public push for U.S. regulators to approve domestic tokenized stocks. Tenev argued that the U.S. risks losing financial infrastructure leadership to overseas competitors if it fails to modernize through tokenization. Robinhood currently offers over 190 tokenized U.S. stocks to international users, backed 1:1 by underlying shares, though domestic regulatory hurdles remain. The broader market for on-chain tokenized equities has seen significant momentum, with total trading volume reaching $9 billion in 2026, representing an 800% year-to-date increase. This growth is supported by the launch of Robinhood Chain, an Ethereum-compatible Layer 2 that recently surpassed 100 million transactions. Meanwhile, Webull shares also climbed 7% ahead of its Q2 2026 earnings report, benefiting from a general rally in fintech and crypto-linked stocks. The convergence of these events highlights the increasing institutional focus on blockchain-based financial infrastructure and the potential for regulatory shifts to impact market valuations.

#Ethereum #Layer2 #TokenizedStocks

247wallst.com·Aug 19, 20267.5

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Coinbase Picks Abu Dhabi Over Wall Street to Build Its Tokenized Stock Hub

Coinbase has officially established Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) as its international hub for tokenized securities, securing Financial Services Permission from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) on August 11. This strategic move allows the exchange to arrange deals and provide custody for tokenized assets, with the first approved prospectus featuring Apple common stock. Unlike retail-focused fractional share products, these tokens are issued by a special purpose vehicle and grant holders beneficial interests, including dividends and voting rights. The initiative highlights a growing trend where major firms bypass US regulatory uncertainty in favor of jurisdictions with established, clear frameworks for digital securities. By integrating compliance features like sanctions screening and wallet-level freezing, Coinbase aims to bridge the gap between traditional finance and DeFi protocols. This development is critical for the RWA market as it provides the institutional-grade plumbing necessary for fund managers and family offices to utilize on-chain assets. Ultimately, the move underscores the competitive advantage of regions like the UAE in attracting global capital markets infrastructure over slower-moving financial centers.

#RWA #TokenizedStocks #Coinbase

startupfortune.com·Aug 19, 20269.0

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Tokenized equities grow to $9B

Tokenized equity markets have experienced rapid expansion, with total volume surging from $1 billion in January to $9 billion by July. This growth is largely driven by investor demand for after-hours trading, which currently accounts for 55% of Jupiter’s total tokenized equity volume. The sector saw a 207% quarter-over-quarter increase in trading volume, signaling that on-chain platforms are becoming a viable alternative to traditional exchanges. This shift in market behavior is influencing legacy infrastructure, as evidenced by Nasdaq’s proposal to implement 23-hour trading sessions starting December 6th. Major platforms like Kraken are expanding access by offering over 700 tokenized equities to European Economic Area customers, further bridging the gap between traditional and digital assets. While Robinhood continues to offer stock tokens globally, the exclusion of U.S. customers has sparked debate regarding American competitiveness in financial innovation. Ultimately, the rise of tokenized equities demonstrates a clear market preference for continuous, globalized access to U.S. stocks that traditional market hours currently fail to provide.

#RWA #TokenizedEquities #Kraken

AMBCrypto·Aug 19, 20268.0

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