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Franklin Templeton and Ondo Finance reportedly partner on 24/7 tradable ETF access

Franklin Templeton and Ondo Finance reportedly partner on 24/7 tradable ETF access

Franklin Templeton states it is partnering with Ondo Finance to offer tokenized ETFs tradable 24/7 through crypto wallets, with added DeFi collateral functionality and blockchain-based access.

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Fact Check
The claim is supported by detailed reports from multiple reputable crypto news platforms (BlockBeats, ChainCatcher) citing a Bloomberg report. The specific details—including the partner (Ondo Finance), the functionality (24/7 trading via wallets), the asset classes (stocks, fixed income, gold), and the regional rollout strategy—are consistent across all sources found on March 25, 2026.
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Summary

Franklin Templeton officially announced a partnership with Ondo Finance to tokenize its existing ETFs for 24/7 blockchain-based trading through crypto wallets. The product will also allow the tokenized ETF positions to be used as collateral in DeFi, expanding functionality beyond wallet-based access. The update adds new detail to earlier reporting that the offering is aimed initially at non-U.S. investors seeking exposure to U.S. stocks, bonds and gold, while U.S. availability remains dependent on regulatory clarity around onchain distribution of registered funds. Franklin Templeton says it oversees $1.7 trillion in assets.

Terms & Concepts
  • Tokenized ETF: A tokenized ETF is an exchange-traded fund represented on blockchain infrastructure, enabling access or transfer through digital asset systems such as crypto wallets.
  • DeFi: DeFi, or decentralized finance, refers to blockchain-based financial services that operate through smart contracts without traditional intermediaries.
  • Crypto wallet: A crypto wallet is a tool used to store blockchain credentials and interact directly with digital assets and onchain financial products.