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Empire · July 27, 2026 · 42m

Robinhood's Plan to Bring Global Finance Onchain | Johann Kerbrat

Johann Kerbrat

Johann Kerbrat, GM of Crypto at Robinhood, explains how Robinhood Chain will connect decentralized finance, tokenized assets, and mainstream users. He discusses the explosive launch of the chain, the strategy behind keeping DeFi partners independent, and the long-term vision of bringing tokenized equities to a global audience. The conversation also covers Robinhood's competitive position and how financial products may converge on blockchain rails.

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Highlights

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Robinhood's Onchain Vision00:00:59
Johann Kerbrat outlines how Robinhood plans to integrate crypto and blockchain across its platform, turning it into a global financial service built onchain.
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Inside Robinhood Chain's Explosive Launch00:11:07
Robinhood Chain saw rapid user adoption and transaction volume shortly after launch, driven by its integration with Robinhood's existing user base.
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Why DeFi Partners Stay Independent00:21:20
Johann discussed why Robinhood's DeFi partners are kept as independent entities rather than being absorbed into the company, preserving their neutrality and innovation.
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Tokenized Equities Go Global00:26:58
Robinhood plans to bring tokenized versions of stocks and other assets onto its chain, enabling global access 24/7.
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Competition and Financial Convergence00:34:52
The conversation explored how Robinhood's crypto push intensifies competition with both traditional brokerages and crypto exchanges, blurring lines between asset classes.
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