Robinhood EU Users Gain Access to 500 Tokenized Stocks and ETFs

Robinhood Boosts Tokenization Drive

Robinhood has expanded its tokenization initiative on the Arbitrum blockchain, adding 80 new stock tokens over the past week and bringing the total number of tokenized assets to 493, according to data compiled by Dune Analytics.

The combined market value of these assets exceeds $8.5 million, with total mint volume surpassing $19.3 million. About $11.5 million worth of tokens have been burned, suggesting an actively traded and maturing secondary market.

Roughly 70% of deployed tokens represent stocks, followed by 24% in platform-traded funds (ETFs). The rest cover commodities, crypto-linked ETFs and U.S. Treasurys. The latest additions include Galaxy Digital (GLXY), Webull (BULL) and Synopsys (SNPS), according to research analyst Tom Wan. “Robinhood EU users now have a wider range of U.S. stocks, equities and ETFs, thanks to tokenization,” Wan said on social media.

Investor Takeaway

Blockchain-Based Derivatives, Not Shares

Robinhood launched its tokenization-focused layer-2 chain on Arbitrum in June as part of a broader push into real-world assets (RWA). The tokens mirror the price of publicly traded U.S. securities but do not confer ownership of the underlying shares. Instead, they function as blockchain-based derivatives regulated under the EU’s MiFID II framework, the company said.

Users can trade these tokenized assets 24 hours a day with no additional fees beyond a 0.1% foreign platform charge. Investments begin at 1 euro ($1.17), appealing to retail users who want fractional exposure to U.S. stocks outside normal market hours.

The model, however, has drawn scrutiny. In July, the Bank of Lithuania, which regulates Robinhood’s EU operations, requested clarification on how the tokens are structured and how the firm ensures compliance with investor protection rules. CEO Vlad Tenev said Robinhood welcomes the review and will continue to engage with regulators.

Part of a Wider Crypto Push

The tokenization rollout comes as Robinhood broadens its digital asset offerings. The company recently introduced micro futures contracts for BTC, XRP and Solana, expanding its derivatives lineup. In May, Robinhood acquired Canadian crypto platform WonderFi for $179 million, a move aimed at deepening its presence in regulated markets.

Robinhood has also proposed a framework to the U.S. Securities and platform Commission for a national regulatory structure covering tokenized assets and real-world asset products. The company has argued that clearer federal oversight would encourage innovation while protecting retail investors.

While tokenized securities remain a niche market, the rapid addition of new assets on Arbitrum highlights Robinhood’s intent to build a bridge between blockchain-based trading. Its approach contrasts with U.S. platforms that have sluggished digital asset initiatives amid regulatory uncertainty.

Investor Takeaway

What’s Next

Analysts say Robinhood’s expansion comes as European regulators become more receptive to tokenized instruments under the MiCA regime, which takes full effect next year. While the firm’s EU platform remains small compared with its U.S. brokerage, it is emerging as a testing ground for blockchain integration into mainstream finance.

With nahead 500 tokenized assets already live, Robinhood is now among the most active players in Europe’s tokenization market. The company’s ability to satisfy regulators while keeping liquidity healthy will determine whether tokenized stocks can move beyond a niche audience and become a staple of global retail trading.