Trust Wallet, the self-custodial crypto wallet owned by Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, has officially launched support for tokenized stocks and ETFs. This move represents a major step in combining traditional finance with decentralized ownership, giving users across the globe access to real-world assets (RWAs) directly from their wallets.
Integration with Ondo Finance and 1inch
The new feature is powered by a collaboration between Ondo Finance and 1inch.
- Ondo Finance provides tokenized versions of U.S. stocks, ETFs, and bonds.
- 1inch Fusion ensures efficient liquidity and pricing, making it easier for users to swap into RWAs.
Initially available on Ethereum, Trust Wallet plans to expand support to Solana in the near future.
Ondo brings the assets, 1inch powers the rails, and Trust Wallet makes it accessible in self-custody.
Self-Custody Meets Real-World Assets
This integration reflects Trust Wallet’s mission to expand financial freedom and ownership. Unlike centralized platforms, users can hold tokenized assets directly within their wallet, maintaining control of their private keys.
Tokenized RWAs act as digital certificates of ownership, making assets like stocks, ETFs, or bonds accessible to anyone, anywhere. With as little as $1 in USDC, users can gain exposure to traditionally restricted markets—without needing a broker or extensive documentation.
Restrictions and Trading Hours
While globally accessible, RWA tokens are not available in certain jurisdictions, including the United States, United Kingdom, and European Economic Area. Trust Wallet has confirmed that swaps will fail if attempted from these regions.
Trading also follows U.S. market hours (1:30 pm to 8:00 pm UTC, Monday to Friday). However, the team is tracking off-hours demand, with potential plans to introduce 24/7 trading and limit orders in the future.
Why This Matters for Web3 and Finance
The launch marks an important convergence of self-custody and tokenized assets. By merging decentralized control with real-world financial instruments, Trust Wallet is positioning itself at the forefront of the RWA tokenization trend.
Security experts note, however, that while cryptocurrencies represent direct ownership, tokenized RWAs still rely on issuers or custodians to back the assets. This distinction highlights the balance between blockchain transparency and trust in the underlying institutions.
Trust Wallet’s move is part of a broader shift in DeFi and Web3 toward real-world asset integration. As tokenization grows—covering everything from U.S. Treasury bonds to commodities like gold—users are gaining new ways to diversify portfolios while staying in control of their funds.
By enabling self-custody of RWAs, Trust Wallet isn’t just extending access—it’s redefining how financial ownership works in the digital era.
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Cryptocurrency trading involves risk and may result in financial loss.