Robinhood Adds Crypto Futures, Staking and Tokenized Stocks
Robinhood announced the rollout of crypto futures, staking options and tokenized stock offerings as part of a broader push to deepen its footprint in global cryptocurrency markets. The firm says the new features are designed to give retail users access to more advanced trading tools and passive yield opportunities without leaving the Robinhood ecosystem. The upgrades could help Robinhood diversify revenue beyond commissions and installment products and make the platform more competitive with crypto-native exchanges. That said, futures and tokenized securities raise regulatory and risk-management considerations for retail customers; traders should weigh leverage risks and custody terms for tokenized assets. Observers will be watching how regulators respond and whether these services meaningfully boost user engagement and trading volume.