Ondo Global Markets Aims to Revolutionize Securities Trading
Ondo Global Markets Aims to Revolutionize Securities Trading
🌎 Wall Street Goes Global
Ondo Finance is launching Ondo Global Markets to provide global investors with 24/7 access to US securities. The platform will enable seamless trading of stocks, ETFs, and bonds with instant settlement and full DeFi composability.
Similar to how stablecoins transformed access to USD globally, Ondo Global Markets aims to make the $44T annual US securities trading volume accessible worldwide. The platform addresses key limitations of traditional markets including high costs, slow settlement, limited hours, and restricted access.
Key features include:
- Always-on trading (24/7/365)
- Instant settlement
- Global accessibility
- DeFi composability
- Programmable liquidity
Ondo Global Markets will do for US securities what stablecoins did for the US dollar. Traditional markets are siloed and access-restricted. Ondo Global Markets changes that—making tokenized equities fully composable with DeFi and globally accessible. Just as $220B in
What stablecoins did for dollars, Ondo is doing for securities. Ondo Global Markets will bring publicly traded stocks, bonds, and ETFs onchain—accessible everywhere 24/7, easily tradable, and built for DeFi. The US markets, reimagined for the world. Learn more about Ondo
Hockey-stick charts tell big stories. The growth of tokenized treasuries is accelerating—and Ondo is proud to be at the forefront, alongside traditional institutions like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton.
Charts tell stories. Hockey-stick charts tell big stories.
The @Mastercard Newsroom recently spoke with Ian De Bode, Ondo's Chief Strategy Officer, about Mastercard's partnership with Ondo, and the opportunities unlocked by tokenization. Ian explained, "Bank infrastructure doesn't operate 24/7. The blockchain does. For time-sensitive
1/ @Mastercard is bringing Ondo Finance into the Multi Token Network (MTN) as the first RWA provider on the network. The MTN enables banks to offer digital financial services to integrated businesses, and Ondo’s Short Term US Treasuries Fund (OUSG) will be the first tokenized
Bringing RWAs onchain requires institutional-grade infrastructure—not buzzwords. At Ondo Finance, we're setting new standards for onchain finance through infrastructure and products like OUSG—the benchmark for instant, tokenized US Treasuries liquidity. Built-in redundancy
Ian De Bode, Ondo’s Chief Strategy Officer, is now live on Nasdaq @TradeTalks, discussing the modernization of financial markets.
.@OndoFinance @OmniFDN @SmarshInc & Dr. Merav Ozair join @JillMalandrino on @Nasdaq #TradeTalks to discuss modernizing financial markets and positioning the US as the global leader in digital asset innovation. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…
At Ondo, we’re helping lead the world’s most robust real-world asset ecosystem alongside a growing network of institutions and service providers. From global asset managers and major TradFi firms to DeFi-native platforms, the Ondo Ecosystem brings together those working to bring
Could the tokenized RWA market reach $100B in 2025? We think so. In an interview with @scottmelker on TheStreet Roundtable, @nathanlallman projected that the tokenized RWA market could do just that. Ondo’s recent growth to ~$1B in TVL reflects that momentum, as traditional
“We started with treasuries but soon it will be stocks and ETFS… making them globally available to an investor base that clearly wants access to US assets.” “I think most exchanges and distribution platforms are going to start offering stocks… ideally tokenized stocks, and
Ondo Global Markets is where public securities become public infrastructure. Welcome to Wall Street 2.0.
1/ Amidst the shuffle of the Ondo Summit, you might have missed an important chain expansion for our tokenized US Treasuries. Ondo is bringing yield-bearing assets to the @StellarOrg network, a leading payments ecosystem. With a keen focus on the Global South, Stellar has made
Ondo’s products “climbed to just shy of $1B combined, a 53% surge in market value over the past month,” reports @CoinDesk. “We believe the growth of the tokenized treasury market cap during the recent crypto downturn reflects a flight to quality,” explained Brian Choe, head of
The tokenized treasury market surged to a fresh record of $4.2 billion as the crypto correction accelerated inflows, per @RWA_xyz, @OndoFinance, @Securitize, @superstatefunds were among the biggest gainers. By @sndr_krisztian trib.al/x8cdYrI
1/ Ondo Finance has surpassed $1B in Total Value Locked (TVL)! This milestone is a testament to market-wide appetite for institutional-grade, composable tokenized US Treasuries. Yet, this is just the beginning. Tokenization represents a multi-trillion dollar opportunity and we
Yieldcoins are quietly reshaping finance: protecting users from inflation, empowering people with self-custody, improving access, and providing the freedom to use your assets as collateral. We are proud to offer innovative products and realize our vision of Wall Street 2.0,
1/ The tokenized US Treasuries market has surpassed $4B in size, according to @RWA_xyz—growth catalyzed by Ondo Finance’s market leadership. What stablecoins took four years to achieve, tokenized Treasuries achieved in two, demonstrating strong demand for safe, liquid,
From Fidelity’s tokenized US Treasuries entry to JPMorgan’s prediction on the growth of yieldcoins, US financial institutions are busy developing their digital asset capabilities. Here are the key recent developments you don’t want to miss.👇
American Markets, Global Access. Ondo is unlocking access to US financial markets for everyone. Our billboards in DC highlight the vital role of tokenization ahead of key policy discussions at the SEC’s Crypto Task Force Roundtables and the DC Blockchain Summit.
Tokenization is a hot topic at the NYSE. “The appetite for tokenization right now is very high because people look at the product market fit [of stablecoins] and say: what’s next?” Ondo’s Ian De Bode explains: “I expect a lot of crypto exchanges to offer stocks and the like
Catch Ian De Bode, Ondo’s Chief Strategy Officer, live from the New York Stock Exchange on FintechTV today at 9:20 AM ET for the latest tokenization insights: fintech.tv
This week, fintech leaders shared their optimism about tokenization. Companies like @Mastercard, @RobinhoodApp, @PayPal, and @Stripe see its potential to reshape finance. Here are some key developments you may have missed. 👇
We are excited to announce that Patrick McHenry (@PatrickMcHenry), former Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee and a key architect of US financial policy, is joining Ondo Finance as Vice Chairman of the advisory board. Chairman McHenry brings decades of experience
ICYMI: Ondo Finance and @Mastercard have aligned to bring tokenized RWAs to Mastercard's MTN. This partnership enables MTN participating businesses who have onboarded with Ondo to: • Access OUSG directly on the Multi-Token Network • Settle crypto payments through traditional
1/ @Mastercard is bringing Ondo Finance into the Multi Token Network (MTN) as the first RWA provider on the network. The MTN enables banks to offer digital financial services to integrated businesses, and Ondo’s Short Term US Treasuries Fund (OUSG) will be the first tokenized
1/ @Mastercard is bringing Ondo Finance into the Multi Token Network (MTN) as the first RWA provider on the network. The MTN enables banks to offer digital financial services to integrated businesses, and Ondo’s Short Term US Treasuries Fund (OUSG) will be the first tokenized
The total tokenized US Treasuries market has surpassed $5B for the first time, according to rwa.xyz, following continued demand for high-quality tokenized RWAs. Ondo is proud to maintain its market distribution leadership, with over 80% of the market by number of
"That's the reason why BlackRock's in the action. That's the reason why all these large financial players are clearly going to be in the action here—of using better software to do what they currently do." At the Ondo Summit, @PatrickMcHenry highlighted why tokenization is the
We are excited to announce that Patrick McHenry (@PatrickMcHenry), former Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee and a key architect of US financial policy, is joining Ondo Finance as Vice Chairman of the advisory board. Chairman McHenry brings decades of experience
With Ondo Global Markets, stocks and ETFs go from ticker symbols to building blocks. Onchain, programmable, accessible.
To accelerate our vision for Wall Street 2.0 and help institutions take advantage of tokenization, we are building Ondo Chain. Ondo Chain combines the openness of public blockchains with the compliance and security features of permissioned chains—designed from the ground up to
1/ Today, we’re thrilled to announce Ondo Chain, our new Layer 1 blockchain purpose-built for institutional-grade RWAs. Design advisors for the chain include new members of the Ondo Ecosystem: Franklin Templeton, Wellington Management, WisdomTree, Google Cloud, ABN Amro, Aon,
Liquidity matters for tokenized US Treasuries. It’s the defining factor that separates being stuck in an illiquid fund from having seamless access to your money when market opportunities arise. Ondo stands out—offering multiple liquidity options for tokenized US Treasuries,
Ondo Vice Chairman @PatrickMcHenry joined @CoinDesk Markets Daily to discuss the latest on digital assets in the United States. McHenry explained how Ondo enables “global markets to participate with American securities using the best technology available, on crypto rails.” He
The tokenized US Treasuries market has reached $3.9B, reflecting a 6.39% increase over just the past week, according to @RWA_xyz. Ondo has been at the forefront of this recent growth, with a 56% increase in TVL over 30 days, approaching $900M in TVL. The primary driver behind
First it was stablecoins. Now it’s US capital markets. “I think the same rails that gave people global access to the US dollar will now give global access to US capital markets,” explained Ondo’s Ian De Bode live on Nasdaq @TradeTalks. “We fundamentally believe that the next
Ian De Bode, Ondo’s Chief Strategy Officer, is now live on Nasdaq @TradeTalks, discussing the modernization of financial markets.
Traditional equities markets face inefficiencies that hinder both investors and market performance, with key challenges including: • High costs • Slow settlement • Limited market hours • Walled gardens • Manual processes Ondo Global Markets removes these limitations with
Yield-bearing assets are going mainstream. “Yield-bearing stablecoins currently make up just 6% of the total stablecoin market cap but could expand significantly, potentially capturing up to 50% of the market,” according to @JPMorgan analysts. Speaking with @TheBlock__,
EXCLUSIVE: JPMorgan sees yield-bearing stablecoins growing from 6% to 50% of market share theblock.co/post/348449/jp…
“Ondo is laying the groundwork for tokenized finance.” @MessariCrypto's latest report highlights that "if RWAs, Ondo Finance, and broader institutional participation continue to gain momentum, this could mark one of the most significant shifts in financial markets to date.” At
Ondo Global Markets “represents the next stage in the evolution of financial markets, where the best of DeFi and the best of TradFi combine to create markets that are more transparent, more efficient, and more accessible.” — @nathanlallman
“Every stock, every bond, every fund—every asset—can be tokenized. And if they are, it will revolutionize investing.” BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is placing a bold bet on the future of finance. In its latest Chairman’s Letter, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink explains
"You'll be able to move collateral onchain outside of traditional bank & broker dealer hours, and outside of traditional holiday & weekend hours." — Cynthia Lo Bessette, Head of Digital Asset Management at Fidelity Investments, on the benefits of tokenization. Bringing
Why are institutions choosing tokenized assets? Because they offer greater efficiency than their traditional counterparts. A recent example highlights this perfectly: Santander Corporate & Investment Bank and JPMorgan completed two successful intraday repo trades, where
Ian De Bode, Ondo's Chief Strategy Officer, was tapped as an external expert for Ripple and BCG's new report, Approaching the Tokenization Tipping Point. The report echoes what we’ve long believed: tokenization is the foundational infrastructure for a more efficient, inclusive,
By 2033, a $0.6T → $18.9T shift is coming as tokenization reshapes global finance. Why? 🏛️ Regulation & institutional adoption 🏙️ Real-world assets like bonds & real estate 🔀 Faster, interoperable financial infrastructure The institutions that act now will lead the next
Ondo Chain is purpose-built for the future of public markets, creating the infrastructure equities need to thrive onchain. This is how we bridge the gap—where institutional-grade finance meets decentralized infrastructure, unlocking the full potential of equities in DeFi.
This week’s tokenization theme: accelerating global institutional adoption. From India’s Axis Bank to Japan’s SMBC, major financial institutions around the world are embracing tokenization. Here are the key developments you won’t want to miss. 👇
Catch Ian De Bode, Ondo’s Chief Strategy Officer, live from the New York Stock Exchange on FintechTV today at 9:20 AM ET for the latest tokenization insights: fintech.tv
We have a big week ahead on Market Movers… • Monday @ 9:20 AM: Patrick L Young (@FrontierFinance), Founder & Chairman of Exchange Invest (@Exchange_Invest) • Tuesday @ 9:50 AM: Nilmini Rubin (@nilminirubin), Chief Policy Officer at Hedera (@hedera) • Wednesday @ 9:20 AM:
“The United States is open for business.” Ondo Vice Chairman @PatrickMcHenry joined @CNBC Asia to discuss the $64T tokenization opportunity and Ondo’s role in bringing RWAs onchain at scale. “Firms like Ondo are best in class” in the tokenization of real-world assets. “We have
Wall Street is warming up to tokenization amid a regulatory shift. “There’s certainly been a sea change in institutional interest,” @nathanlallman told @scottmelker on TheStreet Roundtable. He pointed to new OCC guidance and the repeal of SAB 121 as major
Ondo Finance Founder Nathan Allman Passes Away, Ian De Bode Named CEO
Ondo Finance announced the unexpected passing of founder Nathan Allman. The company described his impact on building accessible financial technology as profound. **Leadership Transition** - Ian De Bode, longtime President, will serve as CEO - De Bode has led strategy, product, and operations for over two years - Leadership team expresses full confidence in the transition The organization emphasized Allman's role in building a durable company structure with experienced leaders. Ondo Finance stated they will continue building on Allman's vision as a way to honor his legacy.
Tokenized Equities Hit $3.57B Daily Volume as RWA Market Crosses $34B
**Tokenized equities reached a record $3.57 billion in daily trading volume**, marking a significant milestone in institutional adoption of onchain markets. **Key developments:** - Tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) surpassed $34B in total value with over 815,000 holders - Tokenized U.S. Treasuries lead the category at $15B - Solana's RWA ecosystem grew 43% in Q1 2026 to $2B, driven by tokenized stocks, ETFs, and commodities **Institutional expansion:** - [Franklin Templeton partnered with DigiFT](https://www.ledgerinsights.com/franklin-templeton-taps-digift-to-distribute-benji-tokenized-mmf-in-asia/) to bring its BENJI money market fund to Asian investors - [SocGen and flatexDEGIRO joined Seturion](https://www.ledgerinsights.com/socgen-partners-boerse-stuttgart-settlement-platform-seturion-for-tokenization/), Boerse Stuttgart's tokenized securities platform, opening access to 3.5M retail investors across 16 European countries The data shows traditional finance institutions are building infrastructure for tokenized assets across multiple regions and asset classes.
USDY Enables Gas-Free Peer-to-Peer Transfers on Sui Network
Ondo Finance has implemented a significant upgrade for USDY on Sui Network. **Peer-to-peer USDY transfers on Sui now require no gas fees**, marking a notable development in tokenized treasury infrastructure. **Key Details:** - Gas-free P2P transfers for $USDY on Sui Network - Aims to reduce transaction costs for users - Part of broader effort to improve financial infrastructure accessibility This follows USDY's January 2026 launch on Sei Network, where it brought tokenized U.S. Treasury exposure to another high-performance blockchain. USDY represents one of the largest tokenized U.S. Treasuries by total value locked. The gas-free transfer feature addresses a common friction point in blockchain transactions, potentially making USDY more practical for everyday financial operations.
U.S. Awards $2B to Quantum Companies Now Tokenized on Ondo
The Trump administration has allocated **$2 billion** to quantum computing companies through a grant program that includes equity stakes. Several recipients are already available as tokenized stocks on Ondo Global Markets: - **IBM** (IBMon) - **Rigetti** (RGTIon) - **D-Wave** (QBTSon) This strategic investment positions the U.S. in the global quantum computing race. **Tokenized versions** of these stocks make it possible for international investors to access the same opportunities the U.S. government is backing.
🏦 Tokenization Thesis Becomes Reality
**Token Terminal** has published new research mapping Ondo's evolution as a leading real-world asset tokenizer: - **2023**: Launched OUSG (tokenized U.S. Treasuries) and USDY (tokenized dollar yield) - **2025**: Expanded into tokenized stocks and ETFs Ondo's trajectory reflects a broader shift: tokenization has moved from experimental thesis to foundational infrastructure for the next era of finance. Each product launch represents progress toward making financial markets more accessible and efficient. The research highlights how Ondo has consistently executed on its long-term vision of bringing traditional financial assets onchain, establishing itself as a key player in the tokenization movement that's reshaping how investors access U.S. capital markets.