
Traditional finance is rapidly stepping into Web3 → launching tokenized stocks, Layer 2 networks, and staking services. This blend of TradFi and DeFi is unlocking a new market with 24/7 access to next-gen financial products.
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Robinhood shares top $100 on crypto push; launches EU stock tokens, faces OpenAI, regulator backlash.
OpenAI and SpaceX disavowed tokens referencing them; Bank of Lithuania reviewing legalityOpenAI Disavows ‘OpenAI Tokens,’ Says No Robinhood TieRobinhood’s EU Stock Tokens Draw Regulator’s Eye After OpenAI Rebuke
Shares spiked 10–12% on tokenization news, then fell 2–3% after regulatory scrutinyRobinhood’s EU Stock Tokens Draw Regulator’s Eye After OpenAI Rebuke
EU launch of tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs on Arbitrum enabled 24/5 trading for 31 countriesRobinhood Jumps After Bringing Tokenized US Stocks to Europe
Perpetual Bitcoin/Ether futures launched for EU clients; Ethereum and Solana staking added for U.S. usersRobinhood Jumps After Bringing Tokenized US Stocks to EuropeRobinhood Starts Ethereum and Solana Staking for U.S. Clients
Mizuho raised price target to $99, BofA to $95, Goldman Sachs to $82 on growth momentumRobinhood Jumps After Bringing Tokenized US Stocks to EuropeRobinhood Shares Surge Past $100, Up 30% Since S&P 500 Snub; Mizuho Targets $99 Amid Crypto Expansion
HOOD shares topped $100 for the first time in July, up 110% YTD, nearing $100B market capRobinhood Shares Surge Past $100, Up 30% Since S&P 500 Snub; Mizuho Targets $99 Amid Crypto ExpansionRobinhood Shares Up 110% YTD Near $100B Valuation, Palantir Hits $140+ as Both Reach New All-Time Highs Ahead of Potential S&P 500 Inclusion
S&P 500 inclusion remains a catalyst; heavy options activity and retail flows persistRobinhood Shares Up 110% YTD Near $100B Valuation, Palantir Hits $140+ as Both Reach New All-Time Highs Ahead of Potential S&P 500 Inclusion
New app features: simulated options returns and advanced charting for mobileRobinhood Adds Simulated Options Returns, Advanced Charting to Mobile App
Coinbase seeks SEC approval for tokenized equities, increasing competitive pressureCoinbase Seeks SEC Approval to Offer Tokenized Equities, Competing With Robinhood and Charles Schwab
115,000 new Robinhood Gold subscribers in two weeks; record cash sweep and margin balancesRobinhood Doubles in 2025 as Record May Activity Spurs Subscriber Rush and Analyst Upgrade
Q1 revenue up 12% YoY to $814M; EPS beat; FY26 guidance reaffirmedRobinhood Reports $814M Q1 Revenue, Beats EPS Estimates, Reaffirms FY26 Growth With 12% Revenue Rise and Free Cash Flow Forecast
May metrics: $255B assets (+89% YoY), 180M options contracts, $180B equity volume, $12B crypto volume (+54% YoY)Robinhood Reports $255 Billion Assets, 89% YoY Growth, 180M Option Contracts; CEO Vlad Tenev to Host June 17 Live Demo
Robinhood’s stock has rallied sharply, breaking $100 per share and more than doubling from April, as the firm accelerates its push into crypto and tokenized assets. The European rollout of 24/5 tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs on Arbitrum drew strong retail and institutional interest, briefly sending shares up 10–12%. However, the inclusion of OpenAI and SpaceX tokens in the launch triggered immediate pushback from both companies and prompted a regulatory review by the Bank of Lithuania, causing a 2–3% pullback in the stock.
Operationally, Robinhood continues to deliver record results. May saw new highs in assets under custody, trading volumes, and premium subscriber growth, supporting recent analyst upgrades. Q1 earnings beat EPS estimates, and the company reaffirmed strong full-year guidance. The addition of perpetual crypto futures for EU clients and staking for U.S. users signals ongoing product expansion, even as U.S. regulatory scrutiny of staking intensifies.
Competitive dynamics are shifting as Coinbase seeks SEC approval to offer tokenized equities in the U.S., potentially challenging Robinhood’s early lead in blockchain-based trading. Meanwhile, new app features aim to deepen user engagement and retention.
Traders should monitor further regulatory developments around tokenized assets, updates on Robinhood’s proprietary blockchain, and any movement toward S&P 500 inclusion. With elevated options activity and momentum-driven flows, HOOD remains volatile and sensitive to both product news and regulatory headlines.
Robinhood shares top $100 on crypto push; launches EU stock tokens, faces OpenAI, regulator backlash.
OpenAI and SpaceX disavowed tokens referencing them; Bank of Lithuania reviewing legalityOpenAI Disavows ‘OpenAI Tokens,’ Says No Robinhood TieRobinhood’s EU Stock Tokens Draw Regulator’s Eye After OpenAI Rebuke
Shares spiked 10–12% on tokenization news, then fell 2–3% after regulatory scrutinyRobinhood’s EU Stock Tokens Draw Regulator’s Eye After OpenAI Rebuke
EU launch of tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs on Arbitrum enabled 24/5 trading for 31 countriesRobinhood Jumps After Bringing Tokenized US Stocks to Europe
Perpetual Bitcoin/Ether futures launched for EU clients; Ethereum and Solana staking added for U.S. usersRobinhood Jumps After Bringing Tokenized US Stocks to EuropeRobinhood Starts Ethereum and Solana Staking for U.S. Clients
Mizuho raised price target to $99, BofA to $95, Goldman Sachs to $82 on growth momentumRobinhood Jumps After Bringing Tokenized US Stocks to EuropeRobinhood Shares Surge Past $100, Up 30% Since S&P 500 Snub; Mizuho Targets $99 Amid Crypto Expansion
HOOD shares topped $100 for the first time in July, up 110% YTD, nearing $100B market capRobinhood Shares Surge Past $100, Up 30% Since S&P 500 Snub; Mizuho Targets $99 Amid Crypto ExpansionRobinhood Shares Up 110% YTD Near $100B Valuation, Palantir Hits $140+ as Both Reach New All-Time Highs Ahead of Potential S&P 500 Inclusion
S&P 500 inclusion remains a catalyst; heavy options activity and retail flows persistRobinhood Shares Up 110% YTD Near $100B Valuation, Palantir Hits $140+ as Both Reach New All-Time Highs Ahead of Potential S&P 500 Inclusion
New app features: simulated options returns and advanced charting for mobileRobinhood Adds Simulated Options Returns, Advanced Charting to Mobile App
Coinbase seeks SEC approval for tokenized equities, increasing competitive pressureCoinbase Seeks SEC Approval to Offer Tokenized Equities, Competing With Robinhood and Charles Schwab
115,000 new Robinhood Gold subscribers in two weeks; record cash sweep and margin balancesRobinhood Doubles in 2025 as Record May Activity Spurs Subscriber Rush and Analyst Upgrade
Q1 revenue up 12% YoY to $814M; EPS beat; FY26 guidance reaffirmedRobinhood Reports $814M Q1 Revenue, Beats EPS Estimates, Reaffirms FY26 Growth With 12% Revenue Rise and Free Cash Flow Forecast
May metrics: $255B assets (+89% YoY), 180M options contracts, $180B equity volume, $12B crypto volume (+54% YoY)Robinhood Reports $255 Billion Assets, 89% YoY Growth, 180M Option Contracts; CEO Vlad Tenev to Host June 17 Live Demo
Robinhood’s stock has rallied sharply, breaking $100 per share and more than doubling from April, as the firm accelerates its push into crypto and tokenized assets. The European rollout of 24/5 tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs on Arbitrum drew strong retail and institutional interest, briefly sending shares up 10–12%. However, the inclusion of OpenAI and SpaceX tokens in the launch triggered immediate pushback from both companies and prompted a regulatory review by the Bank of Lithuania, causing a 2–3% pullback in the stock.
Operationally, Robinhood continues to deliver record results. May saw new highs in assets under custody, trading volumes, and premium subscriber growth, supporting recent analyst upgrades. Q1 earnings beat EPS estimates, and the company reaffirmed strong full-year guidance. The addition of perpetual crypto futures for EU clients and staking for U.S. users signals ongoing product expansion, even as U.S. regulatory scrutiny of staking intensifies.
Competitive dynamics are shifting as Coinbase seeks SEC approval to offer tokenized equities in the U.S., potentially challenging Robinhood’s early lead in blockchain-based trading. Meanwhile, new app features aim to deepen user engagement and retention.
Traders should monitor further regulatory developments around tokenized assets, updates on Robinhood’s proprietary blockchain, and any movement toward S&P 500 inclusion. With elevated options activity and momentum-driven flows, HOOD remains volatile and sensitive to both product news and regulatory headlines.
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Robinhood Markets has begun offering tokenized shares of privately held OpenAI and SpaceX to retail investors in Europe, extending its push beyond traditional brokerage services and into blockchain-based capital-markets products.
Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said tokenization could unlock liquidity by connecting “hundreds of millions” of crypto participants and described the technology as the most significant capital-markets innovation of the past decade. He added that the company’s long-term objective is to incorporate more blockchain features across its platform.
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Traditional finance is rapidly stepping into Web3 → launching tokenized stocks, Layer 2 networks, and staking services. This blend of TradFi and DeFi is unlocking a new market with 24/7 access to next-gen financial products.
Bitwise says tokenization is becoming a reality as real-world assets like stocks and bonds move on-chain, with ETH, SOL, XRP, and LINK as the clearest investment plays. Even 1%–5% tokenization of the $257 trillion market could unlock trillions in value.
“In and of itself, I don’t think it’s entirely relevant that it’s not technically an equity instrument." - Robinhood CEO said regarding the firm’s OpenAI & SpaceX stock tokens.
Robinhood’s $100 Trillion Master Plan | @vladtenev 0:00 Intro 3:05 Banking Without A Bank 5:27 Tokenization Is Coming 8:33 Self-Custody And Portability 11:34 Global Crypto Expansion 14:01 Building Through Acquisitions 15:14 Crypto’s Growing Role 18:00 AI, Wealth, And Banking
NEW: 🔥 Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev claims that "tokenization is perhaps the biggest innovation to come into capital markets in the past decade." Do you agree with his statement? 👇
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Robinhood Markets Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said in a 24 June interview on CNBC that Bitcoin and other cryptoassets will “replace traditional finance,” calling the shift toward digital money “inevitable.” The remarks underscore the $70 billion trading platform’s growing emphasis on digital assets alongside its equity-trading business.
Speaking again on 8 July, Tenev described tokenization—the process of putting conventional assets on blockchains—as the most significant capital-markets innovation of the past decade. He argued that creating blockchain-based versions of stocks, bonds and other instruments could ease liquidity constraints by tapping a global network of “hundreds of millions” of crypto participants.
Tenev added that Robinhood’s objective is to “unlock all the benefits of crypto technology” and expand access to decentralised finance via its platform. The comments signal the company’s intent to deepen its push into digital-asset trading and blockchain services even as the broader industry continues to navigate regulatory uncertainty.
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Datadog Inc. rallied sharply after traders said the cloud-monitoring company will be added to the S&P 500, a move that typically forces index-tracking funds to buy the stock. The shares, which jumped in late trading on 2 July, extended gains to about $160 during the 3 July session as momentum investors piled in.
The prospective inclusion caps a strong run for the New York–based software provider, which has benefited from rising demand for observability tools across artificial-intelligence and cloud projects. Market participants said placement in the benchmark index could broaden the company’s shareholder base and improve liquidity.
Separately, Robinhood Markets Inc. crossed the $100 mark for the first time on 2 July, extending a rally that has lifted the online brokerage’s stock roughly 150% in 2025 and made it a ten-bagger since 2022. The shares pulled back a day later amid selling pressure after the firm was left out of the latest S&P reshuffle, but traders remained focused on potential re-entry levels around $90.
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OpenAI publicly distanced itself from a new “stock token” promotion by Robinhood, warning that the so-called “OpenAI tokens” offered to European customers do not represent equity in the closely held artificial-intelligence company and were launched without its approval. “Any transfer of OpenAI equity requires our approval—we did not approve any transfer,” the San Francisco-based firm said, advising would-be buyers to “please be careful.”
Robinhood unveiled the tokens this week as part of a limited €5 giveaway that also includes SpaceX tokens. Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said the contracts are derivatives backed by the brokerage’s stake in a special-purpose vehicle, conceding they are “not technically equity” but arguing that they provide retail investors indirect exposure to private assets. Roughly $1 million worth of OpenAI tokens has already been moved to Robinhood Europe for distribution, according to Tenev.
The dispute knocked Robinhood’s shares lower on Thursday and reignited debate over efforts to tokenize private-company stakes on public blockchains. While the brokerage pitches the program as a step toward broader access to alternative assets, OpenAI’s rebuke underscores the legal and reputational risks of marketing derivative instruments as proxies for ownership without issuer consent.
Are you caught up on the emerging FAKE EQUITY DEBACLE? So, ICYMI, there's a heated dispute going on between the likes of Elon Musk and Sam Altman over whether Robinhood's new Europe-focused tokenized equities are real equities or not. To generate these contracts Robinhood uses
BREAKING NEWS - A PARTY POOPER SHOWED UP: OpenAI rejects Robinhood's stock tokens, warns of unauthorized equity claims While Vlad Tenev says that $1 million worth of OpenAI tokens had already been transferred to Robinhood Europe for later distribution.
🇺🇸 Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev: "OpenAI and SpaceX tokens are derivatives backed by SPVs, not actual company shares" 👀
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev said that OpenAI and SpaceX tokens are derivatives supported by special purpose carriers (SPVs) rather than actual company shares.
Today, Openai officially said that the “openai token” on Robinhood is not an OpenAI share; many people think Robinhood is falsifying it. Actually, no. In the private equity secondary market, many times the shares of unlisted companies that are transferred are not direct shares, but LP shares of investment funds behind unlisted companies (usually SPV structures, which correspond to real shares, and GP exercises the relevant rights). The transfer of these equity shares does not require the company's official
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Robinhood Markets Inc. (ticker: $HOOD) shares surged to new all-time highs in late June and early July 2025, crossing the $100 per share mark for the first time. The stock hit over $92 per share on June 30, driven by investor enthusiasm around the company's expansion into cryptocurrency, rising user metrics, and a broader revival in retail trading. After-hours trading on June 30 saw shares rise above $97, and the momentum continued into July, with the stock reaching $100 on July 2.
This rally represents a roughly 30% gain since Robinhood was excluded from the S&P 500 index. Market analysts have raised price targets, with Mizuho increasing its target to $99. Trading volume was robust, with the stock reaching 80% of average daily volume by mid-morning on July 2. The strong performance reflects growing investor confidence in Robinhood's business prospects amid ongoing developments in the fintech and crypto sectors.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. on 30 June began offering cryptocurrency staking to U.S. customers, adding support for Ether and Solana. The brokerage said users can earn about 7.5% annual percentage yield on Solana deposits and 2.5% on Ether, marking its most substantial expansion into digital-asset yield products to date.
The move restores direct backing for Solana on Robinhood after the platform delisted the token in 2023, when the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission categorized it as an unregistered security. It also comes despite ongoing SEC actions that forced exchanges such as Coinbase and Kraken to scale back or register their own staking programs, underscoring Robinhood’s bet that it can navigate the regulatory scrutiny surrounding crypto yield offerings.
🚨LATEST: @RobinhoodApp has launched SOL staking for U.S. users. Robinhood previously delisted $SOL in 2023 after the U.S. SEC classified it as an unregistered security.
Robinhood Staking now live. $SOL = 7.5% APY $ETH = 2.5% APY Choose Solana. #SOLANA ⚡️
Robinhood has announced that its ETH and SOL staking services are now available to U.S. users. The U.S. SEC has previously taken action against exchanges like Coinbase and Kraken, claiming some staking products were unregistered securities, prompting platforms to restrict
🚨 ROBINHOOD LAUNCHES $ETH AND $SOL STAKING FOR USERS.
JUST IN: Robinhood launches $ETH and Solana $SOL staking.
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On June 30, 2025, Robinhood hosted a major crypto event titled 'To Catch A Token,' featuring multiple announcements aimed at advancing cryptocurrency adoption and exposure. CEO Vlad Tenev confirmed the successful transfer of private OpenAI shares via the Arbitrum blockchain during the event. The fireside chat included Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and AJ Warner from Arbitrum, highlighting collaboration within the crypto ecosystem. Meanwhile, major cryptocurrencies showed steady to positive performance, with Bitcoin trading around $107,000 to $108,100, Ethereum near $2,470 to $2,482, and Solana at approximately $150 to $155.
The crypto market saw gains in tokens like ARB, OP, HYPE, TKX, and PEPE, with ARB notably surging 20% amid speculation linked to Robinhood’s announcements. Additionally, Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs attracted $501 million and $78 million respectively. Other notable market developments included Hong Kong's confirmation of stablecoin support effective August and a new Build Back Better amendment proposing tax exemption for crypto transactions under $600. Separately, former President Donald Trump terminated trade talks with Canada, adding to the day's broader financial news.
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On-chain derivatives venue Hyperliquid has crossed roughly $1.57 trillion in perpetual futures trading volume over the past 12 months, according to multiple blockchain-analytics firms. The platform generated about $56 million in revenue in June, lifting cumulative revenue since launch to around $300 million.
Trading activity accelerated this month, with June volume already at $208 billion—exceeding the combined total of rival on-chain perpetual exchanges. One address booked $22.38 million in profit within 24 hours and now holds an estimated $473 million, underscoring the size of positions moving through the venue.
The surge intensifies competitive pressure on centralized brokers such as Robinhood, which has been expanding its crypto offerings as on-chain venues gain market share.
📊 UPDATE: Hyperliquid hits $1.57T in trading volume over 12 months, generating $310M in revenue. June volume reached $208B, outpacing all other onchain perpetual platforms combined. $HYPE is painting a 35% rally setup, meanwhile.
DEFI: HYPERLIQUID PERPS VOLUME TOPS $1.5T OVER PAST YEAR WITH $300M IN REVENUE Source: @TheBlock__
HYPERLIQUID PERPS VOLUME TOPS $1.5 TRILLION IN 12 MONTHS The Hyperliquid perpetuals exchange has surpassed $1.5 trillion in trading volume over the past year, generating $300 million in cumulative revenue. The milestone marks a major achievement for Hyperliquid, highlighting
Hyperliquid recorded $1.571 trillion in perpetual futures trading volume over the past 12 months, generating $56 million in revenue this month and $310 million in cumulative revenue. As of June to date, its trading volume has reached $208 billion, surpassing the combined total of
The top @HyperliquidX trader just booked $22.38M in profit in the past 24 hours. Runner-up? A distant $7.26M. And the top wallet? 👀 Sitting on $473M in account value. Wild day onchain.
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Robinhood Markets is slated to reveal a significant expansion of its cryptocurrency business on 1 July during the ETH Cannes conference, with the presentation scheduled for 11 a.m. Eastern time (01:45 Beijing time).
Crypto-industry commentators close to the preparations say the brokerage is expected to introduce its own Layer-2 blockchain network built on Ethereum, potentially using Arbitrum’s technology. Such a move would broaden the firm’s blockchain footprint beyond the Solana ecosystem already available on its trading platform and place it in closer competition with Coinbase’s Base network.
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$HOOD Tomorrow, Robinhood will announce the most important updates in their history as a public company when it comes to crypto. Here's Vlad previewing the "multiple trillion dollar" opportunity sitting in front of us from @scottmelker's podcast:
This week's major events Robinhood will announce major crypto business news at 01:45 (Beijing time) on July 1. The community speculates that it may be related to its L2 or Arbitrum Cooperate. $HOOD $ARB $ETH
Got word from someone close to the matter just now… “They are at ETHCC for a reason.” Meaning that Robinhood is not building on Solana or any other ecosystem. They want to build on Ethereum. Huge news tomorrow.
Big announcement coming from Robinhood tomorrow at ETH Cannes “To Catch A Token” Tomorrow at 11 am ET Best guesses on what it is?
robinhood deploying on arbitrum instead of base tomorrow hits different than the $HOOD vs $COIN chart. orbit chain + $ROBIN yield = real tokenized equities play not priced in yet.
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Robinhood has expanded its cryptocurrency derivatives offerings by launching micro futures contracts for Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana. These micro futures allow traders to access crypto derivatives with smaller capital requirements. The contracts offer 24/7 trading, cash settlement, and do not require a digital wallet. This move follows Robinhood's existing Bitcoin Friday futures and aims to broaden access to crypto trading. Additionally, Robinhood is expected to make a major announcement related to tokenized equities on the Solana blockchain at the ETH Cannes event, scheduled for 11 a.m. ET on June 30, 2025.
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Robinhood Markets climbed to an intraday record of $85.74 on Wednesday, extending a rally that has lifted the online broker’s stock more than tenfold since the market trough of December 2022. The gains followed the company’s annual shareholder meeting, where management detailed rapid growth across new product lines and reiterated confidence in expanding its user base.
Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said 1.5 billion prediction contracts have changed hands on the platform since their introduction in November 2024, underscoring demand for the firm’s event-based trading. Assets in Robinhood’s retirement accounts have reached $18 billion, while its managed-portfolio offering, Robinhood Strategies, now counts nearly 100,000 funded accounts with about $350 million under management and an average balance above $3,500. The broker expects roughly 300,000 customers to hold its Gold credit card by mid-year. Tenev added that artificial-intelligence tools already resolve 65 percent of customer-support requests.
Robinhood’s rally coincided with sharp moves in other online brokerages. Shares of China-focused Up Fintech Holding, known as Tiger Brokers, jumped roughly 22 percent to around $10, and Futu Holdings advanced about 5 percent, amid heavier-than-usual trading volume.
$HOOD Robinhood annual shareholder event highlights: - 1.5B prediction contracts have traded since launch - Retirement now has $18B in assets - Robinhood strategies now has 100K users and $350M AUM - Will have 300K gold credit card users by mid year
Robinhood $HOOD has now had more than 1.5 Billion event contracts traded since it launched in November 2024
ROBINHOOD ($HOOD) NEW ALL TIME HIGH CONGRATS TO ALL THOSE WHO CELEBRATE.
$HOOD can do the $100 run on the next positive news. Don't forget it'd be a good candidate for S&P inclusion. Congrats to my fellow trader!
Since the market lows in December 2022, $HOOD is up 10.5x from $7.95 to $83.13. Yet, China’s HOOD $TIGR has gone from $3.41 to $10. A comparable gain would put it at $35 today TIGR up 23% today on 6x the daily avg volume
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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev stated in a CNBC interview that Bitcoin and cryptocurrency are poised to replace traditional finance, describing this transition as inevitable. This perspective highlights Robinhood's strategic commitment to expanding its cryptocurrency offerings. Tenev, who has led Robinhood through a trading revolution, has positioned the company as a significant player on Wall Street by empowering retail investors. The rise of individual traders, often referred to as "dumb money," has notably influenced the market, benefiting platforms like Robinhood that provide accessible and intuitive mobile trading experiences. Since its inception in 2012, Robinhood has transformed retail investing, gaining attention for its role in reshaping the financial landscape.
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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev stated in a CNBC interview that Bitcoin and cryptocurrency will replace traditional finance. He described this transition as inevitable and emphasized that digital assets are poised to outpace and eventually overtake legacy financial systems. Tenev's remarks highlight Robinhood's long-term commitment to expanding its cryptocurrency offerings and presence in the digital asset space.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said in a 24 June interview on CNBC that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are poised to supplant the traditional financial system. Calling the shift "inevitable," Tenev argued that digital assets offer efficiencies and accessibility that legacy banking structures cannot match.
The comments add to a growing chorus of industry leaders predicting broader mainstream adoption of cryptoassets as payment and investment vehicles. Robinhood, best known for its zero-commission trading app, has expanded its own digital-asset services in recent years, including rolling out a cryptocurrency wallet and listing additional tokens.
💥 JUST IN: Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says cryptocurrency is set to replace traditional finance.
Robinhood @RobinhoodApp CEO Vlad Tenev @vladtenev on @CNBC says crypto will replace traditional finance.
JUST IN: Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says crypto will replace traditional finance.
🚨 THIS IS SUPER BULLISH!! Robinhood CEO says Bitcoin & crypto WILL replace traditional finance. “It’s inevitable”. 🔥🔥🔥
🇺🇸 $70 BILLION ROBINHOOD CEO JUST SAID LIVE ON CNBC THAT #BITCOIN AND CRYPTO WILL REPLACE TRADITION FINANCE IT’S HAPPENING!!!
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X, the social-media platform owned by Elon Musk, plans to let users buy and sell financial assets directly within the app, chief executive officer Linda Yaccarino told the Financial Times. She said the new investing and trading tools will be introduced "soon," advancing Musk’s ambition to turn X into an all-purpose "super app" that combines messaging, media and financial services.
Yaccarino added that the company is evaluating the launch of an X-branded credit or debit card that could be available as early as this year. The trading function is expected to sit alongside X Money, a peer-to-peer payments and stored-value wallet the platform has been testing. X has already registered with the U.S. Treasury’s FinCEN and obtained money-transmitter licences in several states, and it has been in talks with Visa to support card-based payments, according to people familiar with the matter.
The move would position X against established fintech players such as PayPal, Robinhood and traditional brokerages, while exposing the company to additional regulatory oversight. Yaccarino said that 96 percent of the advertisers that left after Musk’s 2022, $44 billion takeover have returned, arguing that the expanded product suite will further diversify revenue beyond advertising.
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Shares of Robinhood Markets Inc. (HOOD) have demonstrated strong momentum and retail investor support in June 2025, approaching new all-time highs. The stock is nearing the $80 mark, with bullish sentiment driven by a proactive CEO and positive market indicators. Mizuho Securities recently reiterated an outperform rating on HOOD and raised its price target from $65 to $80, citing strong May performance metrics, a $600 billion total addressable market opportunity, and an upcoming "To Catch a Token" event as catalysts for growth in the fintech sector.
Trading activity includes notable options volume, such as the sale of 1,000 July $85 in-the-money puts, and insider buying valued at approximately $2 million. Year-to-date, Robinhood's stock has gained 98%, alongside other favored fintech and tech-related names like Hims (+143%) and Palantir (+85%). Analysts and traders remain optimistic about HOOD's potential to reach $85 near term and $100 medium term, particularly with anticipated inclusion in the S&P index next quarter.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. said it is adding two advanced tools to its mobile trading application in an effort to keep its core retail investors engaged and prepare for a broader push into financial services. The brokerage will introduce simulated returns for options trades, allowing customers to preview potential profit and loss outcomes before executing an order, and will migrate its desktop advanced-charting package to the smartphone platform.
The features were unveiled on 17 June during a livestream demonstration by Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev. Robinhood, which attracted millions of first-time traders during the pandemic, is seeking to bolster loyalty as competition for retail order flow intensifies and market activity normalizes.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. reported first-quarter earnings with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.13, surpassing the estimated loss of $0.07 per share. Revenue for the quarter reached $813.95 million, slightly below the consensus estimate of approximately $818 million but representing a 12% year-over-year increase. The company posted a GAAP operating margin of 6.9% and an adjusted operating margin of 7.0%, with GAAP operating income at $56 million and adjusted operating income at $57 million.
Adjusted EBITDA margin stood at 13.1%. Despite concerns about tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainties, Robinhood reaffirmed its full-year 2026 revenue growth guidance of 10% to 13%, projecting revenues between $3.50 billion and $3.59 billion, in line with FactSet consensus estimates. The company also provided fiscal year outlooks including adjusted operating margins of 14% to 15%, adjusted EBITDA margins of 20% to 21%, and free cash flow expected between $250 million and $350 million. Following the earnings release, Robinhood's shares rose approximately 13% in after-hours trading, recovering from previous declines attributed to tariff fears. CEO commentary emphasized maintaining current guidance assuming existing tariffs remain unchanged.
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Shares of Robinhood Markets Inc. ($HOOD) declined sharply following the company's exclusion from the latest S&P 500 index rebalance. Despite meeting the criteria for inclusion, Robinhood's shares dropped approximately 5% on June 9, 2025, as hopes for joining the index were dashed. The stock experienced an intraday low but recovered to close with a 7% gain off those lows.
Market analysts noted a normal pullback and identified potential buying opportunities, with some projecting the stock could reach the $80-$90 range within a few months. Robinhood's platform metrics for May 2025 showed strong growth, with total platform assets rising to $255 billion, up 89% year-over-year, and net deposits reaching $3.5 billion. The company reported 25.9 million funded customers as of May. Despite the setback, market sentiment remains optimistic about Robinhood's eventual inclusion in the S&P 500 and continued momentum in its stock price.
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The launch of Infinex in 2025 is anticipated to disrupt the cryptocurrency exchange landscape by ending gatekeeping and extortion practices that have prevented high-quality coins from being listed due to arbitrary rules, key performance indicators, or excessive fees. Alongside platforms such as HyperLiquid, DefiApp, Euphoria, and Robinhood, Infinex is expected to facilitate greater access to a broader range of cryptocurrencies. Early performance indicators from Infinex's initial trading day suggest promising results, with users actively engaging in trading assets like AVAX and BTC. Some industry observers have emphasized the critical importance of Infinex's success, suggesting that the broader crypto market's future may depend on it.
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Robinhood Markets has begun offering tokenized shares of privately held OpenAI and SpaceX to retail investors in Europe, extending its push beyond traditional brokerage services and into blockchain-based capital-markets products.
Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said tokenization could unlock liquidity by connecting “hundreds of millions” of crypto participants and described the technology as the most significant capital-markets innovation of the past decade. He added that the company’s long-term objective is to incorporate more blockchain features across its platform.
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Traditional finance is rapidly stepping into Web3 → launching tokenized stocks, Layer 2 networks, and staking services. This blend of TradFi and DeFi is unlocking a new market with 24/7 access to next-gen financial products.
Bitwise says tokenization is becoming a reality as real-world assets like stocks and bonds move on-chain, with ETH, SOL, XRP, and LINK as the clearest investment plays. Even 1%–5% tokenization of the $257 trillion market could unlock trillions in value.
“In and of itself, I don’t think it’s entirely relevant that it’s not technically an equity instrument." - Robinhood CEO said regarding the firm’s OpenAI & SpaceX stock tokens.
Robinhood’s $100 Trillion Master Plan | @vladtenev 0:00 Intro 3:05 Banking Without A Bank 5:27 Tokenization Is Coming 8:33 Self-Custody And Portability 11:34 Global Crypto Expansion 14:01 Building Through Acquisitions 15:14 Crypto’s Growing Role 18:00 AI, Wealth, And Banking
NEW: 🔥 Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev claims that "tokenization is perhaps the biggest innovation to come into capital markets in the past decade." Do you agree with his statement? 👇
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Robinhood Markets Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said in a 24 June interview on CNBC that Bitcoin and other cryptoassets will “replace traditional finance,” calling the shift toward digital money “inevitable.” The remarks underscore the $70 billion trading platform’s growing emphasis on digital assets alongside its equity-trading business.
Speaking again on 8 July, Tenev described tokenization—the process of putting conventional assets on blockchains—as the most significant capital-markets innovation of the past decade. He argued that creating blockchain-based versions of stocks, bonds and other instruments could ease liquidity constraints by tapping a global network of “hundreds of millions” of crypto participants.
Tenev added that Robinhood’s objective is to “unlock all the benefits of crypto technology” and expand access to decentralised finance via its platform. The comments signal the company’s intent to deepen its push into digital-asset trading and blockchain services even as the broader industry continues to navigate regulatory uncertainty.
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Datadog Inc. rallied sharply after traders said the cloud-monitoring company will be added to the S&P 500, a move that typically forces index-tracking funds to buy the stock. The shares, which jumped in late trading on 2 July, extended gains to about $160 during the 3 July session as momentum investors piled in.
The prospective inclusion caps a strong run for the New York–based software provider, which has benefited from rising demand for observability tools across artificial-intelligence and cloud projects. Market participants said placement in the benchmark index could broaden the company’s shareholder base and improve liquidity.
Separately, Robinhood Markets Inc. crossed the $100 mark for the first time on 2 July, extending a rally that has lifted the online brokerage’s stock roughly 150% in 2025 and made it a ten-bagger since 2022. The shares pulled back a day later amid selling pressure after the firm was left out of the latest S&P reshuffle, but traders remained focused on potential re-entry levels around $90.
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OpenAI publicly distanced itself from a new “stock token” promotion by Robinhood, warning that the so-called “OpenAI tokens” offered to European customers do not represent equity in the closely held artificial-intelligence company and were launched without its approval. “Any transfer of OpenAI equity requires our approval—we did not approve any transfer,” the San Francisco-based firm said, advising would-be buyers to “please be careful.”
Robinhood unveiled the tokens this week as part of a limited €5 giveaway that also includes SpaceX tokens. Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said the contracts are derivatives backed by the brokerage’s stake in a special-purpose vehicle, conceding they are “not technically equity” but arguing that they provide retail investors indirect exposure to private assets. Roughly $1 million worth of OpenAI tokens has already been moved to Robinhood Europe for distribution, according to Tenev.
The dispute knocked Robinhood’s shares lower on Thursday and reignited debate over efforts to tokenize private-company stakes on public blockchains. While the brokerage pitches the program as a step toward broader access to alternative assets, OpenAI’s rebuke underscores the legal and reputational risks of marketing derivative instruments as proxies for ownership without issuer consent.
Are you caught up on the emerging FAKE EQUITY DEBACLE? So, ICYMI, there's a heated dispute going on between the likes of Elon Musk and Sam Altman over whether Robinhood's new Europe-focused tokenized equities are real equities or not. To generate these contracts Robinhood uses
BREAKING NEWS - A PARTY POOPER SHOWED UP: OpenAI rejects Robinhood's stock tokens, warns of unauthorized equity claims While Vlad Tenev says that $1 million worth of OpenAI tokens had already been transferred to Robinhood Europe for later distribution.
🇺🇸 Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev: "OpenAI and SpaceX tokens are derivatives backed by SPVs, not actual company shares" 👀
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev said that OpenAI and SpaceX tokens are derivatives supported by special purpose carriers (SPVs) rather than actual company shares.
Today, Openai officially said that the “openai token” on Robinhood is not an OpenAI share; many people think Robinhood is falsifying it. Actually, no. In the private equity secondary market, many times the shares of unlisted companies that are transferred are not direct shares, but LP shares of investment funds behind unlisted companies (usually SPV structures, which correspond to real shares, and GP exercises the relevant rights). The transfer of these equity shares does not require the company's official
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Robinhood Markets Inc. (ticker: $HOOD) shares surged to new all-time highs in late June and early July 2025, crossing the $100 per share mark for the first time. The stock hit over $92 per share on June 30, driven by investor enthusiasm around the company's expansion into cryptocurrency, rising user metrics, and a broader revival in retail trading. After-hours trading on June 30 saw shares rise above $97, and the momentum continued into July, with the stock reaching $100 on July 2.
This rally represents a roughly 30% gain since Robinhood was excluded from the S&P 500 index. Market analysts have raised price targets, with Mizuho increasing its target to $99. Trading volume was robust, with the stock reaching 80% of average daily volume by mid-morning on July 2. The strong performance reflects growing investor confidence in Robinhood's business prospects amid ongoing developments in the fintech and crypto sectors.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. on 30 June began offering cryptocurrency staking to U.S. customers, adding support for Ether and Solana. The brokerage said users can earn about 7.5% annual percentage yield on Solana deposits and 2.5% on Ether, marking its most substantial expansion into digital-asset yield products to date.
The move restores direct backing for Solana on Robinhood after the platform delisted the token in 2023, when the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission categorized it as an unregistered security. It also comes despite ongoing SEC actions that forced exchanges such as Coinbase and Kraken to scale back or register their own staking programs, underscoring Robinhood’s bet that it can navigate the regulatory scrutiny surrounding crypto yield offerings.
🚨LATEST: @RobinhoodApp has launched SOL staking for U.S. users. Robinhood previously delisted $SOL in 2023 after the U.S. SEC classified it as an unregistered security.
Robinhood Staking now live. $SOL = 7.5% APY $ETH = 2.5% APY Choose Solana. #SOLANA ⚡️
Robinhood has announced that its ETH and SOL staking services are now available to U.S. users. The U.S. SEC has previously taken action against exchanges like Coinbase and Kraken, claiming some staking products were unregistered securities, prompting platforms to restrict
🚨 ROBINHOOD LAUNCHES $ETH AND $SOL STAKING FOR USERS.
JUST IN: Robinhood launches $ETH and Solana $SOL staking.
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On June 30, 2025, Robinhood hosted a major crypto event titled 'To Catch A Token,' featuring multiple announcements aimed at advancing cryptocurrency adoption and exposure. CEO Vlad Tenev confirmed the successful transfer of private OpenAI shares via the Arbitrum blockchain during the event. The fireside chat included Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and AJ Warner from Arbitrum, highlighting collaboration within the crypto ecosystem. Meanwhile, major cryptocurrencies showed steady to positive performance, with Bitcoin trading around $107,000 to $108,100, Ethereum near $2,470 to $2,482, and Solana at approximately $150 to $155.
The crypto market saw gains in tokens like ARB, OP, HYPE, TKX, and PEPE, with ARB notably surging 20% amid speculation linked to Robinhood’s announcements. Additionally, Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs attracted $501 million and $78 million respectively. Other notable market developments included Hong Kong's confirmation of stablecoin support effective August and a new Build Back Better amendment proposing tax exemption for crypto transactions under $600. Separately, former President Donald Trump terminated trade talks with Canada, adding to the day's broader financial news.
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On-chain derivatives venue Hyperliquid has crossed roughly $1.57 trillion in perpetual futures trading volume over the past 12 months, according to multiple blockchain-analytics firms. The platform generated about $56 million in revenue in June, lifting cumulative revenue since launch to around $300 million.
Trading activity accelerated this month, with June volume already at $208 billion—exceeding the combined total of rival on-chain perpetual exchanges. One address booked $22.38 million in profit within 24 hours and now holds an estimated $473 million, underscoring the size of positions moving through the venue.
The surge intensifies competitive pressure on centralized brokers such as Robinhood, which has been expanding its crypto offerings as on-chain venues gain market share.
📊 UPDATE: Hyperliquid hits $1.57T in trading volume over 12 months, generating $310M in revenue. June volume reached $208B, outpacing all other onchain perpetual platforms combined. $HYPE is painting a 35% rally setup, meanwhile.
DEFI: HYPERLIQUID PERPS VOLUME TOPS $1.5T OVER PAST YEAR WITH $300M IN REVENUE Source: @TheBlock__
HYPERLIQUID PERPS VOLUME TOPS $1.5 TRILLION IN 12 MONTHS The Hyperliquid perpetuals exchange has surpassed $1.5 trillion in trading volume over the past year, generating $300 million in cumulative revenue. The milestone marks a major achievement for Hyperliquid, highlighting
Hyperliquid recorded $1.571 trillion in perpetual futures trading volume over the past 12 months, generating $56 million in revenue this month and $310 million in cumulative revenue. As of June to date, its trading volume has reached $208 billion, surpassing the combined total of
The top @HyperliquidX trader just booked $22.38M in profit in the past 24 hours. Runner-up? A distant $7.26M. And the top wallet? 👀 Sitting on $473M in account value. Wild day onchain.
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Robinhood Markets is slated to reveal a significant expansion of its cryptocurrency business on 1 July during the ETH Cannes conference, with the presentation scheduled for 11 a.m. Eastern time (01:45 Beijing time).
Crypto-industry commentators close to the preparations say the brokerage is expected to introduce its own Layer-2 blockchain network built on Ethereum, potentially using Arbitrum’s technology. Such a move would broaden the firm’s blockchain footprint beyond the Solana ecosystem already available on its trading platform and place it in closer competition with Coinbase’s Base network.
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$HOOD Tomorrow, Robinhood will announce the most important updates in their history as a public company when it comes to crypto. Here's Vlad previewing the "multiple trillion dollar" opportunity sitting in front of us from @scottmelker's podcast:
This week's major events Robinhood will announce major crypto business news at 01:45 (Beijing time) on July 1. The community speculates that it may be related to its L2 or Arbitrum Cooperate. $HOOD $ARB $ETH
Got word from someone close to the matter just now… “They are at ETHCC for a reason.” Meaning that Robinhood is not building on Solana or any other ecosystem. They want to build on Ethereum. Huge news tomorrow.
Big announcement coming from Robinhood tomorrow at ETH Cannes “To Catch A Token” Tomorrow at 11 am ET Best guesses on what it is?
robinhood deploying on arbitrum instead of base tomorrow hits different than the $HOOD vs $COIN chart. orbit chain + $ROBIN yield = real tokenized equities play not priced in yet.
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Robinhood has expanded its cryptocurrency derivatives offerings by launching micro futures contracts for Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana. These micro futures allow traders to access crypto derivatives with smaller capital requirements. The contracts offer 24/7 trading, cash settlement, and do not require a digital wallet. This move follows Robinhood's existing Bitcoin Friday futures and aims to broaden access to crypto trading. Additionally, Robinhood is expected to make a major announcement related to tokenized equities on the Solana blockchain at the ETH Cannes event, scheduled for 11 a.m. ET on June 30, 2025.
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Robinhood Markets climbed to an intraday record of $85.74 on Wednesday, extending a rally that has lifted the online broker’s stock more than tenfold since the market trough of December 2022. The gains followed the company’s annual shareholder meeting, where management detailed rapid growth across new product lines and reiterated confidence in expanding its user base.
Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said 1.5 billion prediction contracts have changed hands on the platform since their introduction in November 2024, underscoring demand for the firm’s event-based trading. Assets in Robinhood’s retirement accounts have reached $18 billion, while its managed-portfolio offering, Robinhood Strategies, now counts nearly 100,000 funded accounts with about $350 million under management and an average balance above $3,500. The broker expects roughly 300,000 customers to hold its Gold credit card by mid-year. Tenev added that artificial-intelligence tools already resolve 65 percent of customer-support requests.
Robinhood’s rally coincided with sharp moves in other online brokerages. Shares of China-focused Up Fintech Holding, known as Tiger Brokers, jumped roughly 22 percent to around $10, and Futu Holdings advanced about 5 percent, amid heavier-than-usual trading volume.
$HOOD Robinhood annual shareholder event highlights: - 1.5B prediction contracts have traded since launch - Retirement now has $18B in assets - Robinhood strategies now has 100K users and $350M AUM - Will have 300K gold credit card users by mid year
Robinhood $HOOD has now had more than 1.5 Billion event contracts traded since it launched in November 2024
ROBINHOOD ($HOOD) NEW ALL TIME HIGH CONGRATS TO ALL THOSE WHO CELEBRATE.
$HOOD can do the $100 run on the next positive news. Don't forget it'd be a good candidate for S&P inclusion. Congrats to my fellow trader!
Since the market lows in December 2022, $HOOD is up 10.5x from $7.95 to $83.13. Yet, China’s HOOD $TIGR has gone from $3.41 to $10. A comparable gain would put it at $35 today TIGR up 23% today on 6x the daily avg volume
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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev stated in a CNBC interview that Bitcoin and cryptocurrency are poised to replace traditional finance, describing this transition as inevitable. This perspective highlights Robinhood's strategic commitment to expanding its cryptocurrency offerings. Tenev, who has led Robinhood through a trading revolution, has positioned the company as a significant player on Wall Street by empowering retail investors. The rise of individual traders, often referred to as "dumb money," has notably influenced the market, benefiting platforms like Robinhood that provide accessible and intuitive mobile trading experiences. Since its inception in 2012, Robinhood has transformed retail investing, gaining attention for its role in reshaping the financial landscape.
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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev stated in a CNBC interview that Bitcoin and cryptocurrency will replace traditional finance. He described this transition as inevitable and emphasized that digital assets are poised to outpace and eventually overtake legacy financial systems. Tenev's remarks highlight Robinhood's long-term commitment to expanding its cryptocurrency offerings and presence in the digital asset space.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev said in a 24 June interview on CNBC that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are poised to supplant the traditional financial system. Calling the shift "inevitable," Tenev argued that digital assets offer efficiencies and accessibility that legacy banking structures cannot match.
The comments add to a growing chorus of industry leaders predicting broader mainstream adoption of cryptoassets as payment and investment vehicles. Robinhood, best known for its zero-commission trading app, has expanded its own digital-asset services in recent years, including rolling out a cryptocurrency wallet and listing additional tokens.
💥 JUST IN: Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says cryptocurrency is set to replace traditional finance.
Robinhood @RobinhoodApp CEO Vlad Tenev @vladtenev on @CNBC says crypto will replace traditional finance.
JUST IN: Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says crypto will replace traditional finance.
🚨 THIS IS SUPER BULLISH!! Robinhood CEO says Bitcoin & crypto WILL replace traditional finance. “It’s inevitable”. 🔥🔥🔥
🇺🇸 $70 BILLION ROBINHOOD CEO JUST SAID LIVE ON CNBC THAT #BITCOIN AND CRYPTO WILL REPLACE TRADITION FINANCE IT’S HAPPENING!!!
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X, the social-media platform owned by Elon Musk, plans to let users buy and sell financial assets directly within the app, chief executive officer Linda Yaccarino told the Financial Times. She said the new investing and trading tools will be introduced "soon," advancing Musk’s ambition to turn X into an all-purpose "super app" that combines messaging, media and financial services.
Yaccarino added that the company is evaluating the launch of an X-branded credit or debit card that could be available as early as this year. The trading function is expected to sit alongside X Money, a peer-to-peer payments and stored-value wallet the platform has been testing. X has already registered with the U.S. Treasury’s FinCEN and obtained money-transmitter licences in several states, and it has been in talks with Visa to support card-based payments, according to people familiar with the matter.
The move would position X against established fintech players such as PayPal, Robinhood and traditional brokerages, while exposing the company to additional regulatory oversight. Yaccarino said that 96 percent of the advertisers that left after Musk’s 2022, $44 billion takeover have returned, arguing that the expanded product suite will further diversify revenue beyond advertising.
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Shares of Robinhood Markets Inc. (HOOD) have demonstrated strong momentum and retail investor support in June 2025, approaching new all-time highs. The stock is nearing the $80 mark, with bullish sentiment driven by a proactive CEO and positive market indicators. Mizuho Securities recently reiterated an outperform rating on HOOD and raised its price target from $65 to $80, citing strong May performance metrics, a $600 billion total addressable market opportunity, and an upcoming "To Catch a Token" event as catalysts for growth in the fintech sector.
Trading activity includes notable options volume, such as the sale of 1,000 July $85 in-the-money puts, and insider buying valued at approximately $2 million. Year-to-date, Robinhood's stock has gained 98%, alongside other favored fintech and tech-related names like Hims (+143%) and Palantir (+85%). Analysts and traders remain optimistic about HOOD's potential to reach $85 near term and $100 medium term, particularly with anticipated inclusion in the S&P index next quarter.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. said it is adding two advanced tools to its mobile trading application in an effort to keep its core retail investors engaged and prepare for a broader push into financial services. The brokerage will introduce simulated returns for options trades, allowing customers to preview potential profit and loss outcomes before executing an order, and will migrate its desktop advanced-charting package to the smartphone platform.
The features were unveiled on 17 June during a livestream demonstration by Chief Executive Officer Vlad Tenev. Robinhood, which attracted millions of first-time traders during the pandemic, is seeking to bolster loyalty as competition for retail order flow intensifies and market activity normalizes.
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Robinhood Markets Inc. reported first-quarter earnings with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.13, surpassing the estimated loss of $0.07 per share. Revenue for the quarter reached $813.95 million, slightly below the consensus estimate of approximately $818 million but representing a 12% year-over-year increase. The company posted a GAAP operating margin of 6.9% and an adjusted operating margin of 7.0%, with GAAP operating income at $56 million and adjusted operating income at $57 million.
Adjusted EBITDA margin stood at 13.1%. Despite concerns about tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainties, Robinhood reaffirmed its full-year 2026 revenue growth guidance of 10% to 13%, projecting revenues between $3.50 billion and $3.59 billion, in line with FactSet consensus estimates. The company also provided fiscal year outlooks including adjusted operating margins of 14% to 15%, adjusted EBITDA margins of 20% to 21%, and free cash flow expected between $250 million and $350 million. Following the earnings release, Robinhood's shares rose approximately 13% in after-hours trading, recovering from previous declines attributed to tariff fears. CEO commentary emphasized maintaining current guidance assuming existing tariffs remain unchanged.
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Shares of Robinhood Markets Inc. ($HOOD) declined sharply following the company's exclusion from the latest S&P 500 index rebalance. Despite meeting the criteria for inclusion, Robinhood's shares dropped approximately 5% on June 9, 2025, as hopes for joining the index were dashed. The stock experienced an intraday low but recovered to close with a 7% gain off those lows.
Market analysts noted a normal pullback and identified potential buying opportunities, with some projecting the stock could reach the $80-$90 range within a few months. Robinhood's platform metrics for May 2025 showed strong growth, with total platform assets rising to $255 billion, up 89% year-over-year, and net deposits reaching $3.5 billion. The company reported 25.9 million funded customers as of May. Despite the setback, market sentiment remains optimistic about Robinhood's eventual inclusion in the S&P 500 and continued momentum in its stock price.
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The launch of Infinex in 2025 is anticipated to disrupt the cryptocurrency exchange landscape by ending gatekeeping and extortion practices that have prevented high-quality coins from being listed due to arbitrary rules, key performance indicators, or excessive fees. Alongside platforms such as HyperLiquid, DefiApp, Euphoria, and Robinhood, Infinex is expected to facilitate greater access to a broader range of cryptocurrencies. Early performance indicators from Infinex's initial trading day suggest promising results, with users actively engaging in trading assets like AVAX and BTC. Some industry observers have emphasized the critical importance of Infinex's success, suggesting that the broader crypto market's future may depend on it.