Robinhood’s Crypto Expansion: Stock Tokens, Layer 2, EU/US Futures & Staking

Robinhood Expands Global Reach, Unveiling Stock Tokens for EU Investors and a New Layer 2 Blockchain in Landmark Product Push

The brokerage giant is making a significant play in the tokenization of real-world assets and broadening its crypto offerings.

MENLO PARK, Calif., June 30, 2025 – In a move poised to redefine accessibility in global finance, Robinhood today unveiled a suite of groundbreaking products at its “Robinhood Presents: To Catch a Token” event in Cannes, France. This expansion marks Robinhood’s significant entry into the European Union, offering access to over 400 million potential customers across 30 EU and EEA countries, alongside the highly anticipated launch of stock and ETF tokens. The company is clearly signaling its ambition to construct a future where investing is not only simpler and smarter but universally accessible.

“Our latest offerings lay the groundwork for crypto to become the backbone of the global financial system,” stated Robinhood Chairman and CEO Vlad Tenev. This statement underscores a bold vision for integrating digital assets more deeply into the traditional financial infrastructure.

Tokenization and the Future of Finance: Robinhood’s Layer 2 Blockchain Breakthrough

Robinhood is now offering US stock and ETF tokens to eligible customers in the EU. These Robinhood Stock Tokens provide a direct gateway to US equities, boasting zero commissions and no added spreads from Robinhood (though other fees may apply). The offering includes dividend support and robust 24/5 market access, effectively transforming the Robinhood European app from a crypto-focused platform into a comprehensive investment ecosystem powered by blockchain technology.

European users will gain access to a portfolio of over 200 US stocks and ETFs through these tokens, with seamless dividend payments directly integrated into their app experience.

“Crypto was built by engineers for engineers, and has not been accessible to most people,” commented Johann Kerbrat, GM and SVP of Robinhood Crypto. “We’re onboarding the world to crypto by making it as easy to use as possible—with the goal of bringing powerful tools into one intuitive platform.” This sentiment highlights Robinhood’s commitment to user-friendliness and broad adoption.

Initially, these stock tokens will be issued on the Arbitrum network. Looking ahead, Robinhood plans to leverage its own proprietary Layer 2 blockchain, built on Arbitrum, to facilitate the tokenization of real-world assets. This forthcoming Robinhood blockchain is being engineered for optimal performance in tokenized asset trading, promising 24/7 trading capabilities, seamless cross-chain experiences, and robust self-custody options.

Introducing Crypto Perpetual Futures to the EU Market

Adding to its growing suite of derivatives, Robinhood is launching crypto perpetual futures in the EU. This new offering will provide eligible customers with continuous exposure and leverage up to 3x on digital assets. The full rollout to eligible customers is anticipated by the end of the summer. Robinhood has focused on streamlining the typically complex perpetuals trading experience with an intuitive interface for managing position sizes and margin, with orders routed through Bitstamp’s established perpetual futures exchange.

This introduction is a significant step in Robinhood’s strategy to equip active traders globally with sophisticated yet accessible trading tools.

Crypto Staking Goes Live for US Customers, Expanding Global Access

Robinhood is also rolling out crypto staking to eligible customers in the US, beginning with Ethereum and Solana. This feature allows users to actively participate in blockchain ecosystems and earn competitive rewards by contributing to network operations, all through Robinhood’s familiar, user-friendly interface. Notably, crypto staking is already available to all Robinhood customers across the EU and EEA.

Robinhood Broadens Product Horizons with Key Enhancements

Beyond these major initiatives, Robinhood has rolled out an expanded product suite designed to amplify the power and seamlessness of crypto trading on its platform:

• Instant Boost on Crypto Deposits: For a limited time, both US and EU investors can enjoy a 1% deposit boost on crypto transfers, with the potential to double it to 2% if total platform deposits reach a $500 million goal.
• Crypto Rewards on the Robinhood Gold Credit Card: US customers using the Robinhood Gold Credit Card will soon be able to automatically purchase crypto with their cash back rewards, a feature set to launch this fall.
• Cortex for Crypto in the US: The AI-powered investing assistant, Cortex, will debut for US users later this year. Robinhood Gold members will gain access to curated insights, trend analysis, and event-driven market breakdowns directly within token detail pages, designed to provide real-time market intelligence.
• Smart Exchange Routing: This advanced feature intelligently evaluates multiple partner exchanges to secure the best available price for orders. Customers utilizing Smart Exchange Routing will soon be eligible for tiered fees, rewarding higher trading volumes with lower rates, with API support on the horizon.
• Tax Lot Management for Crypto: US customers can now view and sell specific tax lots for their crypto trades, offering enhanced strategic tax management capabilities.
• Advanced Charts on Mobile: Robinhood Legend’s advanced charting tools are coming to the mobile app, initially for equities and expanding to crypto in August.

For more detailed information on these announcements, visit go.robinhood.com/presents.

Disclosures:

Terms and eligibility requirements apply and vary by region.

Trading US stock and ETF tokens and crypto perpetual futures carries significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Investors should carefully consider their individual experience, risk tolerance, and financial situation before engaging with these financial instruments. Specific restrictions and eligibility criteria are in place.

Crypto staking availability may vary by state within the US.

The “To Catch a Token” event was sponsored by Robinhood Europe, UAB (“RHEU”), which is authorized and regulated by the Bank of Lithuania. Cryptocurrency services in the US are provided through Robinhood Crypto, LLC. Investments in cryptocurrency are not FDIC insured or SIPC protected. The Robinhood Gold Visa Credit Card is offered by Robinhood Credit, Inc. and issued by Coastal Community Bank.

Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) continues to democratize access to financial markets. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Robinhood aims to empower investors with innovative products and services.

A Note on Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains forward-looking statements regarding Robinhood Markets, Inc. and its future plans, including product launches and developments. These statements are based on current assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. For a detailed discussion of these risks, please refer to Robinhood’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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