Robinhood launches tokenized stocks on Ethereum Layer 2 for EU users.
Deutsche Bank and BlackRock expand tokenized finance with Ethereum tools.
ETH price rises as public firms add Ethereum to corporate reserves.
In a speech at EthCC 2025 in Cannes, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin declared that the network had been a success beyond wildest dreams. At the event, developers, institutions, and financial companies cumulatively met at Palais des Festivals, noting that Ethereum is increasingly gaining traction within the conventional markets.
Buterin pointed out that institutions are choosing Ethereum not because it is fast, but stable. He stated that its stable performance, privacy options, and censorship resistance attract large entities executing sensitive transactions. Institutional trust has grown as Ethereum continues operating without major disruptions over the past decade.
Major Firms Launch Tokenized Products
Robinhood announced the launch of tokenized stocks and ETFs on Arbitrum, an Ethereum Layer 2 network. The feature targets European users and marks the first on-chain release of U.S.-listed assets by a major trading firm. Robinhood’s stock rose over 30% following the news.
Deutsche Bank also introduced plans for a tokenization platform on zkSync, another Ethereum Layer 2. The platform will help asset managers issue regulated tokenized funds and stablecoins. Meanwhile, BlackRock continues offering its BUIDL tokenized money market fund on Ethereum, allowing USDC redemptions and on-chain yield access.
These developments show how Ethereum underpins a growing share of regulated financial tools across multiple jurisdictions.
Exchanges Expand Blockchain-Backed Equities
Coinbase submitted a proposal to the U.S. SEC to list tokenized public equities. If approved, the firm would allow investors to trade traditional stocks on blockchain infrastructure. Kraken also declared the same intentions to allow trading of stock 24/7 through tokenized assets in some world markets.
Both companies base their services on the Ethereum infrastructure, and it is indicative of increasing financial inclusion and making settlements real-time.
ETH Market Impact and Corporate Adoption
During EthCC 2025, ETH gained nearly 6%, with related companies also seeing stock increases. BitMine Immersion Technologies’ stock jumped over 1,200% after shifting reserves to ETH. Bit Digital and SharpLink Gaming also added Ethereum to their balance sheets and recorded notable gains.
ETH-based ETFs reported consistent inflows for the second month, with assets under management reaching $11 billion. Ethereum continues to hold a 50% share of the stablecoin market, supporting its role in global finance.
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