Holdstation Joins Ondo’s Global Markets Alliance to Expand Access to Tokenized Real-World Assets

The partnership unlocks direct access to U.S. equities, ETFs, and other regulated real-world assets for retail investors in Vietnam and Southeast Asia—through a mobile-native, AI-powered Web3 wallet.

Holdstation, Vietnam’s leading smart wallet for digital assets and decentralized finance, is supporting the launch of Ondo Global Markets by adding support for tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs. This enables millions of users in Vietnam and beyond to seamlessly access regulated financial products directly from their mobile wallets.

The move positions Holdstation alongside leading global entities such as BNB Chain, Solana Foundation, BitGo, Fireblocks, etc. in support of Ondo’s mission to make regulated financial products universally accessible via blockchain infrastructure.

Bridging the Gap Between Crypto and Traditional Capital Markets

The tokenized RWA market has rapidly gained momentum in 2025, with total value exceeding $25 billion globally as of Aug 01, 2025. While much of this growth has centered around stablecoins and tokenized treasuries, equities and ETFs are emerging as the next frontier—driven by growing investor demand for diversification, yield, and dollar-based assets.

Through the Ondo integration, Holdstation users will be able to:

• Through this integration, Holdstation users will be able to:
• Invest in tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs (e.g., $AAPLon, $TSLAon, $SPYon) — described as total-return trackers of the underlying securities, fully backed and held with licensed U.S. custodial broker-dealers.
• Onboard via USDT or USDC (with VND and other crypto on-ramps supported inside Holdstation for conversion) — no need for a U.S. bank account or foreign broker.
• Mint and redeem assets 24/5, generally from Sunday 8pm ET to Friday 7:59pm ET, aligned with global market coverage. Pauses may occur for dividends, corporate actions, or session adjustments.
• Peer-to-peer transfers available 24/7 on-chain.
• Benefit from smart contracts ensuring transparency, reinvested dividends (net of ~30% U.S. withholding tax), and robust collateralization.
• Soon: access AI-powered portfolio agents for automated rebalancing and risk management.

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All tokenized assets adhere to strict compliance frameworks:

• Available to non-U.S. persons outside the U.S.
• Available to qualified investors in the EEA/UK (subject to KYC/AML)

Daily attestations are provided by Ankura Trust Company, beginning Q4 2025.

Vietnam: A Rising Force in Web3 Financial Inclusion

The partnership holds particular relevance for Vietnam—already a global leader in cryptocurrency adoption. Surveys estimate that over 20% of Vietnamese adults actively participate in digital assets, yet only 9% invest in traditional equities, due to barriers such as cross-border capital controls, foreign brokerage requirements, and minimum deposit thresholds often exceeding $500–$2,000.

By removing these obstacles and enabling self-custodial access to U.S. equities for as little as $1, Holdstation’s integration with Ondo represents a leap forward in financial access for Vietnam’s fast-digitizing population.

“Vietnamese users—and millions across emerging markets—aren’t looking for complexity. They want clarity, security, and meaningful access to global opportunities. Ondo’s infrastructure lets us go beyond speculative assets and offer exposure to real, productive financial instruments. That’s how we shift from trading to wealth-building, and from crypto hype to long-term capital participation.” said Trung Banh, Co-Founder of Holdstation.

Conclusion

This alliance exemplifies the convergence of traditional finance and decentralized infrastructure. For millions of users in Vietnam and other emerging markets, it brings the efficiency of tokenization and the credibility of U.S. capital markets into a single, user-friendly experience.

By combining regulatory clarity, real-world asset backing, and AI-driven automation, Holdstation and Ondo are shaping a future in which wealth creation is no longer limited by geography, language, or legacy infrastructure.

FAQ: Ondo Tokenized Stocks via Holdstation

1. Can I buy U.S. stocks with crypto?
Indirectly, yes. Within Holdstation, you can deposit USDT, ETH, or VND, which are converted to USDC before purchasing tokenized stocks or ETFs.

2. Are Ondo tokenized stocks real stocks?
They are total-return trackers — tokens like $AAPLon or $TSLAon are fully backed by the underlying U.S. securities and held with licensed custodial broker-dealers. They track price movements and reinvested dividends (net of U.S. withholding tax).

3. Is this legal for non-U.S. investors?
Yes, with restrictions:

• Available to non-U.S. persons outside the U.S.
• Available to qualified investors in the EEA/UK, subject to KYC/AML

4. When can I trade?

• Mint & Redemption: 24/5, from Sunday 8pm ET to Friday 7:59pm ET, with pauses for corporate events/dividends.
• Peer-to-Peer Transfers: 24/7 on-chain.

5. Do I get dividends?
Yes. Dividends are automatically reinvested into the tokenized assets, net of U.S. withholding tax (~30%).

6. How secure are my investments?
Ondo tokenized assets use a bankruptcy-remote legal structure, are overcollateralized, and verified daily by Ankura Trust. Smart contracts are audited by Spearbit and Cyfrin.

7. Can I use my tokenized stocks in DeFi?
Yes. As ERC-20 tokens, they can be integrated into DeFi platforms for lending, borrowing, or collateral (subject to protocol support).