Ondo Finance has launched Ondo Chain, a new layer 1 blockchain network aimed at institutional adoption of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). This announcement comes as the ONDO token has seen significant growth recently, particularly after World Liberty Financial, backed by Donald Trump, purchased more ONDO tokens.
Ondo Chain is designed to enhance the adoption of institutional-grade financial markets by offering on-chain solutions. The platform focuses on security and compliance, which are crucial for the tokenized RWA market.
Nathan Allman, the CEO of Ondo Finance, emphasized that the chain meets high institutional standards while remaining accessible to developers. This integration of on-chain and off-chain infrastructure aims to lower costs, improve security, and provide a better user experience. Ondo Chain is expected to become a central hub for the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem focused on tokenized assets.
During the launch event, known as the Ondo Summit 2025, the Ondo Finance team also shared updates about Ondo Global Markets. This platform is dedicated to bringing publicly traded securities onto the blockchain. The summit marked the first major event for Ondo Chain and attracted key players from the crypto and blockchain sectors.
Notable companies like Ripple, Chainlink, Blockdaemon, and Uniswap were represented at the summit. Additionally, major asset management firms such as Franklin Templeton, Wellington Management, and WisdomTree participated in the event. This gathering highlighted the growing interest in blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize financial markets.
