Emre Yumlu 
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev aims to accelerate growth with tokenization and institutional crypto expansion plans.
In a statement made on Wednesday evening, Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev outlined strategies to accelerate the company’s offerings in the crypto sector.
The Power of Tokenization: Unlocking the Crypto Revolution
Tenev stated that tokenization has the potential to “truly unleash” the crypto revolution even before regulatory clarity is achieved. Tokenization will allow real-world assets such as stocks and private investments to be integrated into blockchain technology.
He emphasized that Robinhood is uniquely positioned at the intersection of traditional finance and DeFi, bridging the gap between the two by offering additional liquidity and blockchain technology advantages.
More Crypto Listings and Investment
After the election of pro-crypto President Trump in November, Robinhood added seven new crypto assets in the U.S., including Solana (SOL), Pepe (PEPE), Cardano (ADA), XRP, and Trump’s own memecoin (TRUMP). The firm also began Ethereum staking in the EU. Tenev revealed plans to add more crypto listings in 2025, following new crypto regulations under the Trump administration.
Robinhood is also continuing to invest in its own crypto wallet, Robinhood Wallet, which provides access to thousands of additional coins for users. Tenev noted increased engagement and usage, reflecting the growth potential in this area.
Bringing the ‘Robinhood Effect’ to the Institutional Crypto Market
Tenev shared that after Robinhood’s $200 million acquisition of Bitstamp, the company plans to bring the “Robinhood Effect” to the institutional crypto market. This integration allows Robinhood to expand its global reach and grow in the institutional sector.
Robinhood reported record Q4 revenue of $1.01 billion in 2024, following a 400% surge in crypto trading volume. As a result, analysts have raised their price target for Robinhood stock to $105.
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