Ethereum News Today: Ondo Lets Global Investors Trade U.S. Stocks 24/7 on Ethereum

Ondo Finance has launched tokenized versions of over 100 U.S. stocks and ETFs on the Ethereum blockchain, marking a significant step in the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs). The initiative, known as Ondo Global Markets, is available to non-U.S. investors in Asia-Pacific, Europe, Africa, and Latin America, enabling them to mint and redeem tokenized securities 24 hours a day, five days a week, with access to traditional exchange liquidity [3]. The platform supports major equities such as Apple and Tesla, as well as ETFs, and is backed by U.S.-registered broker-dealers [4]. Ondo plans to expand its offerings to over 1,000 assets by year-end and will soon introduce support for BNB Chain and Solana through interoperability powered by LayerZero [5]. The project emphasizes the transferability of tokenized equities across wallets, exchanges, and DeFi protocols, aiming to enhance accessibility and liquidity for on-chain investors [3].

The tokenized stocks are supported by leading crypto wallets and infrastructure providers, including Bitget Wallet, Trust Wallet, OKX Wallet, Chainlink, and BitGo, with Chainlink serving as the oracle platform for trusted asset price data [3]. Ondo’s CEO, Nathan Allman, highlighted the platform’s potential to democratize access to U.S. securities markets, which are traditionally limited by high fees, platform fragmentation, and geographic exclusions [5]. The move aligns with the growing interest in tokenization across the industry, with competitors such as Robinhood, Kraken, and Gemini also launching similar services [3]. Ondo’s approach is notable for its emphasis on institutional-grade financial products and its integration with DeFi protocols, which enhances the utility of tokenized assets beyond mere ownership [3].

In addition to Ethereum, Ondo has plans to bring tokenized stocks and ETFs to BNB Chain and Solana, with the company’s own Layer 1 blockchain, Ondo Chain, being developed for institutional-grade financial markets on-chain [3]. The company has also partnered with Block Street, a startup offering institutional-grade liquidity for tokenized stocks, to expand access to borrowing and hedging capabilities on the platform [3]. This collaboration aims to bring advanced trading features such as shorting and hedging to DeFi users. Ondo further announced a $250 million investment in real-world asset projects in collaboration with Pantera Capital, signaling a broader effort to bridge traditional financial markets with the digital asset sector [3].

The launch of Ondo Global Markets reflects the broader trend of tokenization in the financial industry, with tokenized assets now spanning a range of categories from treasuries to private credit and now equities [4]. The expansion of tokenized securities is being supported by regulatory developments, including the U.S. SEC’s push to unify the licensing of traditional and tokenized financial products [1]. This regulatory alignment is critical in enabling platforms like Ondo to operate across jurisdictions and provide scalable solutions for global investors. Ondo’s tokenized stocks and ETFs are transferable 24/7 on-chain, which differentiates them from other tokenized offerings that are often restricted by platform-specific liquidity and transferability constraints [3].

The tokenization of U.S. equities is gaining traction as platforms seek to address inefficiencies in traditional financial markets. Ondo’s platform enables investors to gain exposure to the economic returns of U.S. stocks and ETFs without the need for traditional brokerage accounts. This model is particularly appealing to global investors who may face barriers to accessing U.S. markets, such as high transaction costs and limited access to traditional financial services [3]. The platform also facilitates the integration of tokenized equities into DeFi applications, expanding their utility beyond simple ownership and enabling more sophisticated financial strategies [3]. The inclusion of Chainlink as an oracle provider ensures that tokenized assets maintain accurate and transparent price data, which is essential for their use in DeFi protocols.

Industry analysts suggest that the tokenization of financial assets is entering a phase of large-scale deployment, with the potential for tokenized markets to reach a $2 trillion valuation by 2030, according to a report by McKinsey cited by Block Street [3]. This projection is based on the growing adoption of blockchain technology in financial markets and the increasing interest from institutional investors in tokenized assets. Ondo’s initiative positions the company as a key player in this transition, alongside competitors such as Kraken, Robinhood, and Bybit, all of which are expanding their offerings in tokenized equities [4]. As the market continues to evolve, regulatory clarity and infrastructure development will play a crucial role in determining the long-term success of tokenized securities.

Source: [1] ONDO eyes 15% breakout ahead of tokenized stocks launch (https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1088887-20250902) [2] Robinhood Markets (Ondo Tokenized Stock) (HOODON) (https://www.forbes.com/digital-assets/assets/robinhood-markets-ondo-tokenized-stock-hoodon-2/) [3] Ondo debuts over 100 tokenized US stocks and ETFs on (https://www.theblock.co/post/369284/ondo-tokenized-stocks-etfs-ethereum-bnb-chain-solana) [4] Ondo Finance Rolls Out Tokenized U.S. Stocks, ETFs as (https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/09/03/ondo-finance-rolls-out-tokenized-u-s-stocks-etfs-as-equity-tokenization-ramps-up) [5] Ondo Brings Over 100 Tokenized U.S. Stocks and ETFs (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ondo-brings-over-100-tokenized-us-stocks-and-etfs-onchain-starting-on-ethereum-302545276.html)