7 Ways Trust Wallet Brings Real-World Assets Onchain

Real-world assets (RWAs) on the blockchain — things like tokenized stocks or exchange-traded funds (ETFs) — have been discussed for years as a bridge between traditional finance and Web3. In practice, though, the tools often feel clunky or limited to specialists. Trust Wallet is trying to change that by allowing anyone with the app to hold tokenized versions of well-known equities alongside their cryptocurrency. With one of the most widely downloaded self-custody wallets taking this step, the idea of global, borderless financial access starts to feel less like theory and more like something a phone can handle. What follows are seven ways the company is approaching that shift.

1) A Wallet Trusted by 200M+ Users Worldwide

Trust Wallet’s global reach sets it apart from other self-custody wallets. With more than 200 million downloads, it has already become a go-to entry point into Web3 for people in many regions. Expanding beyond crypto and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), the addition of tokenized RWAs shows how the app can connect digital assets and traditional markets.

Someone downloading Trust Wallet for the first time can feel reassured knowing millions already use it. Long-time users, meanwhile, don’t need to learn a new platform — the wallet they already use for swaps and staking now also gives them access to assets that once required a brokerage account. One of the biggest Web3 communities can almost immediately access new features thanks to this widespread adoption.

2) From Wall Street to Your Phone: Tokenized Stocks Onchain

Tokenization means that well-known assets such as Tesla (TSLA), Apple (AAPL), or major ETFs are no longer tied to Wall Street. Through Trust Wallet, users can now hold tokens that follow the value of these equities directly in their own wallets. What stands out here is that this doesn’t require a brokerage account, a bank or even proximity to U.S. markets.

For people in emerging economies where banks and brokers are often out of reach, this is a real turning of the tide. With nothing more than a smartphone and an internet connection, someone can trade a stablecoin like USDC for a token tied to a global stock market index. What used to be a closed shop for a privileged few is now, quite literally, at anyone’s fingertips.

3) How Trust Wallet Makes RWAs Easy

Trust Wallet built its RWA feature to work just like a normal swap. You open the Swap tab, pick your pair — for instance, USDC for AAPL, the token tied to Apple stock — check the details, and confirm. A moment later, the new asset is sitting in your balance alongside your other holdings.

The key difference is what you don’t have to do. There’s no separate account to open, no paperwork, no switching between platforms. For someone who’s curious but cautious, that kind of simplicity can make the difference between trying the feature or ignoring it. Because RWAs are built straight into the app, the whole process feels less like managing a brokerage account and more like sending a quick transfer to a friend.

4) Powered by Partners: Ondo Finance and 1inch Integration

Trust Wallet didn’t build the RWA feature on its own. It leaned on Ondo Finance to handle the infrastructure behind tokens that mirror real assets, and on 1inch Fusion API to manage the swaps securely. The concept is straightforward: let the wallet concentrate on usability while experts take care of the labor-intensive tasks.

For someone using the app, that setup means the tokens in their balance aren’t just placeholders — they track the value of actual stocks and funds. More broadly, it shows how bringing RWAs onchain isn’t just about one wallet but about stitching together several trusted protocols. Trust Wallet’s bet is that by working with proven partners now, the system will be able to expand and hold up as more people try it out.

5) Aligned With Real Market Hours for Credibility

Tokenized RWAs are linked to actual markets, in contrast to crypto assets that trade continuously.  Trust Wallet mirrors the rhythm of Wall Street, allowing swaps to occur only during U.S. market hours — 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. In other words, if the bell isn’t ringing in New York, trades won’t clear in the app either.

Crypto users may find the set trading hours unfamiliar, but they help keep prices consistent with the real market and lend the feature more credibility. For those trying tokenized equities for the first time, it reinforces that what appears in their wallet matches actual market activity. That’s how Trust Wallet balances the openness of blockchain with the structures of global finance.

6) Cross-Chain Expansion: RWAs Beyond Ethereum

The rollout begins on Ethereum, but Trust Wallet isn’t stopping there. The team has already signaled plans to bring in other providers and networks, which would open the door to cross-chain access. For everyday users, this could mean more choice and deeper liquidity. For developers and markets, it points to an industry that’s steadily integrating real-world assets into the broader blockchain landscape.

7) A Step Toward the First Web3 Neo Bank

Trust Wallet’s CEO, Eowyn Chen, describes the launch of RWAs as part of a broader vision: transforming the wallet into something akin to a Web3 bank — a single platform where users can manage crypto, staking, on-chain identity, and even tokenized real-world assets.

“We’re excited to bring traditional markets onchain in a way that keeps things simple and gives users full control,” said Chen. “By partnering with Ondo and others, we’re ensuring strong price feeds and smart-contract security from the start.”

This vision envisions a future where financial services aren’t scattered across multiple apps, but instead gathered in a single, secure environment controlled by the user. If it succeeds, it could mark a moment where Web3 wallets begin to act less like storage tools and more like full financial platforms.

One App, Global Access

Trust Wallet’s step into real-world assets isn’t just a new button in the app; it shifts how people can approach participating in markets. For many, especially outside established financial centers, being able to hold a token tied to a major stock without going through a broker feels like a change in who gets to participate.

The company’s advantage is its scale — hundreds of millions of people already use the wallet. Add to that its effort to keep things simple and to work with recognized partners, and you start to see how tools once limited to Wall Street desks could now sit in someone’s pocket. Geography matters less when a phone and an internet connection are enough. For those watching the rollout, Trust Wallet is sharing regular updates through its community channels, including X and Telegram, where users can follow the expansion of the feature to more assets and regions.

Disclaimer

Tokenized RWAs in Trust Wallet are blockchain-based representations of traditional financial instruments. They are not shares, equities, or ownership rights, and they do not provide dividends. RWA features aren’t available everywhere. Currently, users in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union are unable to access them, and availability may vary depending on local regulations in other regions. Content is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.