Binance has added support for tokenized US stocks and exchange-traded funds to its Alpha trading platform, giving users new ways to access traditional assets through blockchain-based products.
The update allows users to trade tokenized securities directly using funds held on Binance Exchange, without moving assets to external wallets. Trading is available through the Alpha section of the platform.
The initial rollout includes 10 products, covering major technology stocks and the Nasdaq-100 ETF. At launch, supported assets include tokenized versions of Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Alphabet, and the Invesco QQQ ETF.
Regulated structure and trading characteristics
Binance said the tokenized securities are classified as structured products under regulations issued by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority in the Abu Dhabi Global Market. As part of this, the products are offered in approved jurisdictions and are not available to users in the United States.
Each token is designed to reflect the market price of its underlying stock or ETF. Although holders are exposed to price movements, they do not benefit from voting rights or other shareholder privileges.
The exchange said users can place market and limit orders through the Alpha interface. Trading fees can drop to 0% and gas fees for placing and canceling orders are waived for a limited period.
Binance also introduced a rewards system linked to new registrations. By trading or holding tokenized securities, users can accumulate Alpha Points, which can then be redeemed for token sales, promotions, and airdrops.
Ondo Global Markets has reported a total value locked of over $550 million since its launch last year. The company has focused on developing compliant infrastructure for tokenized stocks and ETFs.
Return to tokenized stocks and impact on the market
After shutting down a similar product in 2021 due to regulatory pressure, Binance is making its return to tokenized stocks with this listing. Since then, the exchange has adopted a more cautious stance, emphasizing regional approvals and regulated structures.
Binance can now re-enter the market while reducing legal risks thanks to the partnership with Ondo. For users outside the United States, the products provide access to popular stocks that might otherwise be difficult to trade directly.
The integration also brought attention to Ondo’s broader projects, including its work on a blockchain dedicated to real-world institutional assets and its expansion into derivatives and structured financial products.
Following the announcement, the Ondo token (ONDO) gained around 5% as trading activity increased. Market watchers say the move reflects growing demand for regulated ways to trade traditional assets through crypto platforms.
Binance said it may expand its range of tokenized securities in the future, depending on user demand and regulatory developments.