Emre Yumlu 
Ondo Finance, a major player in the digital asset space, has announced its intent to acquire Oasis Pro, a U.S.-regulated broker-dealer, as part of its larger plan to offer tokenized stocks to global investors. The deal, still pending regulatory approval, marks a significant step in Ondo’s long-term vision of building a regulated infrastructure for blockchain-based financial products.
A Regulatory Milestone for Ondo in the U.S.
Upon completion, the acquisition will grant Ondo access to three key U.S. financial licenses:
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Broker-dealer
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Alternative Trading System (ATS)
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Transfer Agent
These licenses, regulated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), will enable Ondo to legally offer and manage tokenized securities in one of the world’s most tightly controlled financial markets. As interest in digital assets rises, obtaining such regulatory clearance has become essential for platforms entering the American market.
Tokenization: A Multi-Trillion Dollar Opportunity
The concept of tokenization involves bringing traditional financial instruments—such as stocks, bonds, and funds—onto blockchain networks. This evolution offers several major advantages:
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Real-time, 24/7 settlements
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Reduced transaction costs and delays
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Broader, global investor access
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Enhanced programmability and automation
Research from institutions like Ripple, McKinsey, BCG, and Standard Chartered suggests tokenized assets could reach the multi-trillion dollar mark over the next decade, redefining how capital markets operate worldwide.
The Competitive Landscape Is Heating Up
Ondo isn’t alone in its race to build regulated tokenization platforms. Other companies have made similar strategic moves in 2025:
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Archax, based in the U.K., acquired FINRA-regulated Globacap Private Markets to expand into the U.S.
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Prometheum has also announced plans to launch a transfer agent service and secured a broker-dealer license.
These developments point to a growing focus on compliance-ready blockchain financial ecosystems.
Oasis Pro: A Pioneer in Digital Securities
Founded in 2019, Oasis Pro became one of the first U.S. platforms authorized to settle digital securities using both fiat currencies and stablecoins like USDC and DAI. The firm has also played an active role in shaping regulatory guidance through participation in FINRA’s Crypto Working Group.
Pat LaVecchia, CEO of Oasis Pro, will be joining Ondo Finance once the acquisition closes. He describes the merger as laying “a robust foundation for a regulated tokenized securities ecosystem.”
Global Markets Expansion on the Horizon
Ondo Finance currently manages over $1.4 billion in tokenized assets. Following the acquisition, the company plans to launch tokenized equity offerings via its Global Markets platform, targeting non-U.S. investors.
Similar services have been recently introduced by major platforms like Robinhood, Kraken, Gemini, and Bybit, signaling increasing demand for blockchain-native investment products across global retail and institutional markets.
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