SBI Holdings Teams Up With Startale to Launch On-Chain Trading Platform for Tokenized Stocks

SBI Holdings, a major Japanese financial services group, has partnered with blockchain infrastructure provider Startale Group to launch an on-chain trading platform for tokenized stocks and real-world assets (RWA). The platform aims to offer continuous trading, faster settlement times, and fractional ownership of tokenized equities, addressing key limitations in traditional stock offerings. The collaboration includes the formation of two joint venture companies: one dedicated to developing core technology and the other focused on business expansion and branding [3]. SBI’s extensive financial ecosystem and Startale’s blockchain infrastructure aim to streamline processes, reduce transaction costs, and eliminate intermediaries [4].

The platform will support 24/7 trading of tokenized stocks, including U.S. and Japanese domestic equities, catering to a global investor base. With over 50 million customers across its banking and securities divisions, SBI is well-positioned to drive widespread adoption of the service [3]. The venture aligns with Japan’s broader digital finance initiatives, including recent regulatory approval for its first fiat-pegged stablecoin, underscoring the country’s commitment to blockchain-based financial innovation.

Tokenized stocks, which are directly linked to real stock values, are expected to enhance accessibility for overseas investors while improving domestic market efficiency. The initiative also integrates with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, offering features such as account abstraction, institutional custody, and real-time compliance with global regulatory standards [3]. While an official launch date has not yet been announced, the platform is expected to expand the range of tokenized assets available to investors, potentially including bonds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

The integration of tokenized equities with DeFi protocols and cross-chain interoperability could reshape traditional financial systems, increasing efficiency and reducing friction in global capital markets. SBI’s venture, alongside similar initiatives from Kraken and others, highlights the transformative potential of blockchain technology in asset management and equity trading. With institutional interest and technological advancements aligning, the tokenized stock market is on the verge of a major inflection point [1].

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[1] Kraken, Backed Expand Tokenized Stocks Product to Tron (https://cointelegraph.com/news/kraken-backed-expand-tokenized-stocks-to-tron-ecosystem-amid-rwa-push)

[2] xStocks Tokenized Stocks to Launch on TRON (https://coinspaidmedia.com/news/xstocks-tokenized-stocks-launch-tron/)

[3] Japan's SBI Holdings taps Startale to launch onchain (https://www.theblock.co/post/367886/sbi-holdings-startale-tokenized-stock-platform?utm_medium=rss&utm_source=markets.xml)

[4] SBI Holdings Advances Toward Stock Tokenization (https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/sbi-holdings-advances-toward-stock-tokenization)