Ondo Token Surges 7% Amid Robinhood Listing Speculation

Ondo Finance’s token (ONDO) surged close to $1 following indications that Robinhood may soon list the asset, fueling investor optimism around its tokenization capabilities and broader market exposure. While the app has not yet issued an official statement, tracking bots have captured changes on Robinhood’s website suggesting imminent trading availability, particularly for European users [1].

The listing speculation appears to have driven ONDO’s price upward, with the token adding 7% in a single day and trading near a one-week high [1]. As of the latest available data, ONDO was valued at $0.99 on Binance and $0.98 in South Korean markets, where it accounted for over 27% of its trading volumes against the Korean won [1]. Open interest for the token has also recovered to approximately $191 million, with 24-hour trading volumes hovering near $157 million [1].

Robinhood’s potential listing comes amid increased industry focus on tokenization, particularly for real-world assets (RWA). Ondo Finance has positioned itself as a leading platform in this space, having already launched tokenized versions of public companies and indexes on the Ethereum blockchain. These tokens are branded with a “Ondo Tokenized” tag to distinguish them from speculative or copycat assets [1].

The momentum for ONDO is also being propelled by broader institutional interest. Notably, Trump’s World Liberty Fund added ONDO to its portfolio, contributing to the token’s visibility. Ondo Finance has also partnered with firms such as Franklin Templeton and Wisdom Tree to tokenize short-term government securities, further reinforcing its role in bridging traditional finance and blockchain [1].

Robinhood’s founder, Vlad Tenev, has publicly expressed support for tokenization, calling it a sustainable trend rather than a passing fad. His statements have added weight to the narrative that tokenized assets could soon find a more prominent place in mainstream investing, particularly through platforms with large user bases like Robinhood [1].

Despite its growing profile, ONDO remains subject to supply-side constraints. Over 66% of the total supply is still locked as of August 2025, with the next major token unlock expected at the start of 2026. This delayed release has helped sustain price stability but could introduce volatility once a significant portion of the supply becomes tradable [1].

The market’s reaction to Robinhood’s potential listing highlights the broader appetite for RWA tokens that offer both innovation and real-world utility. ONDO’s rally reflects the community's hope that the tokenization trend will continue to mature, offering new avenues for investment and liquidity in traditional asset classes [1].

Source: [1] Ondo Finance rallies close to $1 on news of Robinhood listing (https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6894add06f5f5e27bc00414f/)