Ondo Bridges DeFi and CeFi with Regulated Tokenized Securities Ecosystem

Ondo Finance, a leading real-world asset (RWA) tokenization platform, has acquired Oasis Pro, a U.S.-regulated digital securities trading firm, to accelerate its expansion into the tokenized securities markettitle1^[1]. The acquisition, announced on July 4, 2025, grants Ondo access to Oasis Pro's regulatory infrastructure, including an SEC-registered broker-dealer, an Alternative Trading System (ATS), and a Transfer Agent (TA). These licenses enable Ondo to issue, trade, and settle tokenized securities in compliance with U.S. securities laws, bridging decentralized finance (DeFi) with centralized finance (CeFi) through a regulated frameworktitle1^[1].

The move positions Ondo to capitalize on the rapidly growing tokenization market, which has already tokenized over $24.8 billion in real-world assets (RWAs) as of July 8, 2025, according to rwa.xyz data. Ondo's existing tokenized products, including USDG and USDY-backed by U.S. Treasury and corporate bonds-have market caps of $710 million and $652 million, respectively. The acquisition is expected to amplify Ondo's ability to scale its offerings, with total value locked (TVL) in these products rising by 3% and 9% in the past weektitle1^[1].

Analysts project the global tokenized securities market could exceed $16 trillion by 2030, per Boston Consulting Group (BCG) estimatestitle1^[1], while other industry forecasts suggest it could surpass $18 trillion by 2033title2^[2]. Ondo's integration of Oasis Pro's regulated infrastructure provides a critical advantage in the U.S., a market where compliance is increasingly central to adoption. Oasis Pro, one of the first ATS platforms to facilitate settlements using USD and stablecoins like USDC and DAI, brings a foundation for Ondo to expand tokenized equity offerings and structured productstitle1^[1].

The acquisition aligns with Ondo's broader strategy to launch its Global Markets platform, which will offer tokenized U.S. equities to non-U.S. investors. These tokenized shares, backed by real assets via regulated custodians, will be tradable 24/7 and programmable for automated transactions. Ondo aims to scale this platform to thousands of securities, including ETFs, by year-endtitle1^[1]. Pat LaVecchia, CEO of Oasis Pro, emphasized the transaction's role in establishing a "regulated tokenized securities ecosystem," while Nathan Allman, CEO of Ondo Finance, highlighted the acquisition as a step toward a "robust and accessible tokenized financial system"title1^[1].

Ondo's $1.76 billion in tokenized assets under managementtitle2^[2] now benefits from Oasis Pro's regulatory expertise, which includes compliance with SEC and FINRA frameworks. This infrastructure allows Ondo to navigate the U.S. market's stringent oversight while maintaining innovation in tokenization. The deal contrasts with competitors who rely on offshore strategies or face regulatory uncertainty, underscoring the growing importance of compliance in the next phase of RWA adoptiontitle2^[2].

As the tokenization market matures, Ondo's acquisition of Oasis Pro signals a strategic pivot toward institutional-grade solutions. By leveraging regulated infrastructure, the firm aims to attract U.S. investors seeking compliant, blockchain-based financial products. With tokenized RWAs spanning Ethereum, Solana, and other blockchains, Ondo's platform is poised to redefine capital markets through seamless, transparent transactionstitle1^[1].