New York-based Ondo Finance Introduces Ondo Chain, a Layer-1 Blockchain Network Designed Specifically for Tokenized Real-World Assets (RWAs)

Announced at the Ondo Summit, this initiative aims to bridge institutional finance with blockchain technology, tackling compliance, security, and liquidity challenges faced by traditional markets.

New York-based firm Ondo Finance has unveiled Ondo Chain, a layer-1 blockchain network designed specifically for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs).

Announced at the Ondo Summit, the initiative aims to integrate institutional finance with blockchain technology, addressing the challenges of compliance, security, and liquidity faced by traditional markets.

Ondo Chain: Permissioned and Secure

The Ondo Chain is optimized for secure and regulated financial transactions by utilizing a permissioned validator system. In contrast to public blockchains, where anyone can participate in validating transactions, Ondo Chain restricts this role to approved entities. This aligns with the regulatory requirements for handling tokenized RWAs.

While traditional public blockchains encounter difficulties with cross-chain liquidity fragmentation and compliance concerns, Ondo Chain integrates institutional-grade security measures for seamless transactions. The platform enables staking of tokenized RWAs, facilitating liquidity and yield-generating opportunities while maintaining regulatory transparency.

The network also boasts native cross-chain bridging, allowing users to seamlessly transfer assets between Ondo Chain and other blockchains without relying on external third-party solutions, which may be vulnerable. Furthermore, Ondo Chain utilizes validator-based price oracles to ensure accurate financial data, reducing the risk of manipulation and incorrect valuations.

The aim is to establish an efficient and compliant ecosystem where RWAs, such as bonds, stocks, and funds, can be digitally issued and traded without compromising on security or investor protections.

ONDO Token Sees Volatility, Then a Big Buy

Following the announcement, ONDO, the native token of the ecosystem, saw volatility in its price movement—initially dropping by 1.5% and later rebounding by 3.5%. Soon after, blockchain data revealed that World Liberty Financial, a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol linked to an investment group, had acquired $470,000 worth of ONDO tokens.

As tokenization gains greater momentum globally, Ondo Finance's new blockchain is positioned to capitalize on the institutional interest in blockchain-based securities. According to analysts, the tokenized asset market is expected to grow to trillions of dollars over the next decade, with institutions like BlackRock and Robinhood pushing for the broader adoption of tokenized securities.

Ondo Finance's approach combines the institutional compliance requirements with the transparency of blockchain technology, marking a significant step towards the mainstream adoption of tokenized assets.

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