Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings has announced a strategic partnership with Ondo Finance to tokenize Japanese equities through Ondo Global Markets, marking a major step in connecting one of the world’s largest capital markets with blockchain-based financial infrastructure.
As part of the collaboration, SBI’s newly launched JPYSC yen-backed stablecoin will serve as the primary settlement and collateral asset for tokenized securities, enabling faster and more efficient on-chain transactions. The partnership is expected to expand access to Japanese stocks for global investors while bringing Ondo’s tokenized financial products to customers across SBI’s extensive financial ecosystem.
Partnership Brings Japanese Stocks to the Blockchain
Under the agreement, Ondo Global Markets (BVI) Limited will issue tokenized versions of Japanese equities, while SBI Group will distribute these products through its brokerage, banking, and digital asset platforms.
The initiative aims to bridge traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) by allowing investors to access tokenized Japanese assets using blockchain technology. The companies also plan to cross-promote each other’s products and services through their respective customer networks and strategic partners.
JPYSC Stablecoin to Power Settlement and Collateral
A central component of the partnership is the use of JPYSC, SBI’s trust bank-backed yen stablecoin.
The stablecoin will be used for:
- Settlement of tokenized equity transactions.
- Collateral for Ondo’s tokenized financial products.
- Supporting on-chain financial infrastructure within SBI’s ecosystem.
Unlike many tokenized asset platforms that rely on U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins, the use of a yen-denominated stablecoin reduces foreign exchange friction for Japanese investors while supporting domestic regulatory compliance.
Expanding Ondo Global Markets
The partnership significantly strengthens Ondo Global Markets, Ondo Finance’s platform for tokenized securities.
Ondo has become one of the leading players in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, offering blockchain-based access to financial products such as U.S. Treasuries and tokenized equities.
By adding Japanese equities, the platform expands beyond U.S.-focused assets and opens access to one of Asia’s largest equity markets. According to the companies, the initiative will help connect Japanese capital markets with the broader global tokenized economy.
Executives Highlight Global Opportunity
Ian De Bode, CEO of Ondo Finance, described Japan as one of the world’s most sophisticated financial markets and said the partnership creates a pathway to bring Japanese assets on-chain for international investors.
Meanwhile, Yoshitaka Kitao, Chairman, President, and CEO of SBI Holdings, called Ondo a strategic partner in SBI’s vision of building a global digital asset corridor and expanding institutional adoption of tokenized finance.
Part of SBI’s Broader Digital Asset Strategy
The Ondo partnership aligns with SBI’s broader push into blockchain-based financial infrastructure.
Over the past several years, SBI has expanded its digital asset business through cryptocurrency exchanges, blockchain investments, stablecoin development, and tokenized securities initiatives. The launch of JPYSC earlier this year was designed to support institutional-grade settlement for tokenized assets and other on-chain financial applications.
Why Tokenized Equities Matter
Tokenization converts ownership rights in traditional assets into blockchain-based digital tokens, offering potential benefits such as:
- Faster settlement times.
- Fractional ownership opportunities.
- Greater market accessibility.
- Around-the-clock trading infrastructure.
- Improved operational efficiency.
Financial institutions increasingly view tokenized securities as a key component of the next generation of capital markets, with global banks and asset managers investing heavily in blockchain infrastructure.
Impact on the Tokenization Market
The partnership represents another milestone in the rapidly growing real-world asset (RWA) sector, where traditional financial instruments such as bonds, funds, and equities are increasingly being issued on blockchain networks.
By combining SBI’s regulatory expertise and distribution network with Ondo Finance’s tokenization platform, the collaboration could accelerate institutional adoption of blockchain-based securities in Japan and beyond. Analysts believe the move further strengthens Asia’s role in the global tokenization race as financial institutions explore more efficient methods of issuing and trading traditional assets.
Looking Ahead
Although the companies have not announced a specific launch date for tokenized Japanese equities, the partnership lays the groundwork for broader adoption of blockchain-based capital markets.
If successfully implemented, the initiative could expand investor access to Japanese stocks while demonstrating how regulated stablecoins and tokenized securities can work together within a compliant financial ecosystem. As institutional demand for tokenized real-world assets continues to grow, the SBI-Ondo partnership positions both companies at the forefront of Japan’s evolving digital finance landscape.
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