This article was first published in The Bit Journal: Does the move by Ondo Finance to bring over 100 US stocks and ETFs to Binance Chain underscore the growing integration between traditional finance and blockchain technology? Read on to understand more.

Real World Asset (RWA) firm Ondo Finance has made a groundbreaking move within the cryptocurrency ecosystem by integrating tokenized US stocks and ETFs within the BNB Chain. The move has coincided with a surge in the tokenized asset market, boasting an impressive $700 million market valuation.

According to an official blog post by Ondo Finance, the move will open access for over 3.4 million BNB Chain users, who will be able to buy and sell tokenized shares of leading companies, such as Apple and Tesla, as well as popular ETFs, 24/7 via Ondo Global Markets. The primary targets are non-US investors seeking exposure to tokenized US stocks and ETFs, despite the challenges posed by geographical and regulatory hurdles.

Fastest-Growing Areas on BNB Chain

Experts believe the expansion of the market will bring competition to other firms offering tokenized asset products on the BNB Chain, like Backed and Kraken’s xStocks. Furthermore, the move is also expected to expand the market’s reach into new areas, such as Latin America and Asia, where the BNB Chain has a strong user base.

The introduction of tokenized US stocks and ETFs comes at a time when the tokenized stock market has more than doubled in value to over $700 million since August 2025. Ondo Finance accounts for about $320 million in total value locked since its September launch. Commenting on the development, Sarah Song, the Head of Business Development at BNB Chain, opined that this was a long-term opportunity for both Ondo Finance and BNB Chain. She said:

“Real-world assets are one of the fastest-growing areas on BNB Chain, and having Ondo Finance join the ecosystem further proves that momentum […] together, we’re making high-quality financial assets more accessible and driving the next wave of adoption that bridges traditional markets with blockchain technology.”

Tokenized Stocks Offer Faster Liquidation

The broader impact of adding tokenized US stocks and ETFs is the potential to influence the correlation between the crypto market and the traditional stock market.

As tokenized assets continue to gain traction, users can expect higher volatility in BTC and ETH during US market hours, a move that could create hedging opportunities, as their tokenized versions on the BNB Chain could offer faster liquidation options and attract swing traders.

Additionally, institutional flows may be another focal point with the market’s doubling to $700 million, attracting inflows from inspired funds from leading entities that could propel BNB Chain’s TVL beyond the current $10 billion.

Conclusion

The initiative by Ondo Finance to introduce tokenized US Stocks and ETFs to BNB Chain has the potential to open doors for more innovative trading strategies. By integrating stock market dynamics with cryptocurrency efficiency, the move fosters a hybrid ecosystem that other firms could explore and advance in the near future.

Glossary to Key Terms

RWAs: Real-World Assets, which are tangible or traditional assets like real estate, commodities, or bonds that are digitized and represented on a blockchain through tokenization.

Tokenized Stocks: Blockchain-based digital assets that represent ownership or exposure to traditional company shares, such as those of Apple or Tesla.

ETFs: Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) issue publicly traded securities that offer exposure to the price movements of bitcoin futures contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tokenized Stocks

What are tokenized stocks?

Tokenized stocks are digital assets on a blockchain that represent exposure to traditional equity shares in publicly traded or privately held companies.

How do they work?

A blockchain-based platform issues an equivalent number of digital tokens (typically on a 1:1 basis) using smart contracts. These tokens are listed on compliant cryptocurrency exchanges or DeFi platforms, where users can buy, sell, or hold them like other crypto assets.

Are tokenized stocks the same as real stocks?

Not exactly. While they track the price of the actual stock, holding a tokenized stock typically provides economic exposure (price movement and sometimes dividends) but not direct legal ownership. Your claim generally is on the issuer or a regulated custodian that holds the actual shares in reserve.

 

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The move allows Ondo Global Markets to deepen its tokenized stock market reach to BNB's 3.4 million users, with a strong base in Asia and Latin America.