Today, Robinhood made a groundbreaking announcement at Robinhood Presents: To Catch a Token in Cannes, France, introducing a suite of new products that redefine accessibility in crypto and stock investments.
Key Innovations
1. Stock and ETF Tokenization in the EU
Robinhood has launched US stock and ETF tokens in the European Union, allowing eligible customers to gain exposure to 200+ US equities with zero commissions and dividend support. Key features include:
- 24/5 trading access
- Tokenized dividends (paid directly in-app)
- Zero Robinhood-added spreads (other fees may apply)
This move transforms Robinhood’s European app from a crypto-only platform to an all-in-one investment hub.
2. Robinhood Layer 2 Blockchain
Stock tokens will initially launch on Arbitrum, with plans to migrate to Robinhood’s proprietary Layer 2 blockchain, optimized for:
- Tokenized real-world assets
- 24/7 trading
- Self-custody and seamless bridging
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3. Perpetual Futures in the EU
Robinhood is introducing crypto perpetual futures with:
- Up to 3x leverage
- Intuitive margin controls
- Routing via Bitstamp’s exchange
This feature aims to simplify derivatives trading for active traders.
4. Crypto Staking (US & EU)
Eligible US customers can now stake Ethereum and Solana, while EU/EEA users already have access. Benefits include:
- Competitive reward rates
- User-friendly staking interface
Additional Enhancements
Instant Crypto Deposit Boost
For a limited time, US and EU investors can earn a 1% boost on crypto deposits—potentially doubling to 2% if $500M in deposits is achieved.
Crypto Credit Card Rewards (US)
Launching this fall, the Robinhood Gold Credit Card will allow US customers to automatically convert cashback into crypto.
AI-Powered Insights (US)
Cortex, Robinhood’s AI assistant, will soon provide:
- Real-time market analysis
- Trends and event-driven insights
Advanced Trading Tools
- Tax lot management (US customers)
- Smart exchange routing (best-price execution)
- Mobile-optimized advanced charts (rolling out August)
FAQs
Q: What are stock tokens?
A: Digital versions of traditional stocks, offering fractional ownership and 24/5 trading.
Q: How does Robinhood’s Layer 2 blockchain differ from Arbitrum?
A: It’s custom-built for tokenized assets, supporting self-custody and seamless bridging.
Q: Are perpetual futures available globally?
A: Currently EU-only, with potential expansion later.
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Robinhood’s latest upgrades signal a major shift toward decentralized finance (DeFi), making investing simpler, smarter, and globally accessible.
Would you try stock tokens or perpetual futures? Let us know in the comments! 🚀