Robinhood Tokenizes 151 New US Stocks on Arbitrum, Broadening EU Investor Access

Robinhood has significantly expanded its tokenized stock offerings on the Arbitrum blockchain, introducing another 151 U.S. equities for its European Union and European Economic Area customers. This latest deployment includes prominent companies such as Monster Beverage Corp (MNST), Domino's Pizza (DPZ), and Hasbro (HAS), which are now available for trading in tokenized form. The move aims to enhance accessibility for EU investors seeking exposure to the U.S. stock market.

These tokenized assets are blockchain-based derivatives that mirror the prices of publicly traded U.S. securities, offering 24/5 trading access and dividend support without direct ownership of the underlying shares. Robinhood's initiative allows European users to invest with as little as 1 euro and features zero commissions, though other fees may apply. Data from Dune Analytics indicates Robinhood has now tokenized nearly 500 assets, with a total value exceeding $8.5 million.

The expansion is part of Robinhood's strategic shift to evolve its European app from a crypto-only platform into a comprehensive multi-asset investment hub. The company stated its goal is to make investing "simpler, smarter, and more accessible worldwide," according to a recent announcement. This strategy leverages blockchain infrastructure to offer a more flexible and modern trading experience.

Initially, these tokenized stocks are issued on Arbitrum, a leading Ethereum Layer 2 solution known for its scalability and efficiency. Robinhood has also revealed plans to develop its own proprietary Layer 2 blockchain, built on Arbitrum's technology, specifically optimized for tokenized real-world assets. This future platform is designed to support continuous trading, seamless bridging, and self-custody options.

While the tokenization push has garnered significant interest, it has also attracted regulatory attention. The Bank of Lithuania, which regulates Robinhood in the EU, has requested clarification on the structure of these tokens, which are regulated under MiFID II directives. Robinhood's expansion aligns with a broader industry trend among fintech firms to tokenize real-world assets, democratizing access to financial markets globally.