Nvidia Powers Tokenized Stock Trading on Arcus as RWA Demand Soars

At Korea Blockchain Week, Jennifer Sanasie and Eleanor Terrett interview Eddie Zhang, founder and CEO of Arcus, to discuss how Arcus is revolutionizing tokenized stock trading. Launched in July on Robinhood Chain, Arcus enables 24/7 trading of tokenized U.S. stocks and has already achieved over $5 billion in perpetuals volume, a record $500 million day, and a waitlist of more than 100,000 for its perpetuals product. Zhang explains the core thesis behind merging stock and crypto trading into a single venue, emphasizing how "real-time tokenization" backed by Robinhood's order book ensures accurate pricing and deep liquidity. The conversation delves into the mechanics of Arcus's platform, highlighting the seamless integration of traditional equities with blockchain-based trading. Zhang discusses the growing demand for real-world assets (RWAs) and how tokenization can unlock new efficiencies and accessibility for traders. He also shares insights on the regulatory landscape and the future of hybrid trading models. This interview provides a comprehensive look at the innovative approach Arcus is taking to bridge traditional finance and decentralized finance, offering viewers a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges in the tokenized asset space. With its impressive early traction, Arcus is positioning itself as a key player in the evolving RWA market.