Robinhood is developing a blockchain platform to link global markets and enable European investors to trade American stocks and tokenized assets more easily, including cryptocurrencies. Robinhood is currently negotiating with a digital-asset firm but has not reached an agreement yet, with Arbitrum and Solana being the main options under review.
The initiative seeks to reduce costs and enhance transparency in cross-border trades. Robinhood’s integration with Arbitrum wallet emphasizes cheaper and quicker blockchain solutions.
Robinhood Crypto Expansion
Robinhood’s crypto segment performed well during Q1 2025 as net income grew 114% to $336 million. Crypto revenue doubled to $252 million, accounting for 43% of transaction revenue. It increased crypto offerings in the US from 21 to 26 coins and in Europe from 39 to 48 coins. In April, Robinhood acquired a brokerage license in Lithuania. It is planning a Bitstamp acquisition to expand its worldwide licenses and reach.
Robinhood provides crypto trading across numerous EU member states and stock trading in the UK. Crypto withdrawals became available late in 2024 and enable the transfer of more than 20 cryptocurrencies. This development aligns with the EU’s crypto regulations under MiCA, establishing better regulations for growth.
Regulatory Environment and Future Outlook
At the beginning of 2025, the SEC fined Robinhood $45 million for securities violations and consented to a $30 million FINRA fine for order handling concerns. However, the SEC ended its investigation into Robinhood Crypto without any action, demonstrating a more balanced approach under new leadership.
On the other hand, Europe’s crypto market is assisted by the EU’s MiCA rules, which have been in place since December 2024. MiCA provides transparent licensing and anti-fraud regulations, making Europe’s market more appealing to Robinhood’s growth.
Robinhood aims to expand its offerings to include crypto futures for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the S&P 500 while introducing tokens, staking, and learning tools. The new blockchain platform will facilitate the integration of traditional and digital assets for users across Europe.
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