Robinhood Chain has expanded its cross-chain capabilities through an integration with NEAR Intents. The Ethereum layer-2 network now enables users to swap Ethereum-native tokens and the USDG stablecoin across more than 180 assets distributed across over 30 chains.
The upgrade, implemented on September 18, 2026, leverages the 1Click Swap API to power intent-based transactions. This model allows users to specify their desired outcome—such as swapping one token for another across different chains—without manually coordinating each transaction step.
Network Background
Robinhood Chain is a permissionless Ethereum layer-2 built on the Arbitrum Orbit stack. Its testnet launched on February 10, 2026, followed by mainnet deployment on July 1, 2026, featuring 100 millisecond block times.
The chain distinguishes itself by operating without a native token. Instead of a speculative asset, user exposure ties directly to Robinhood Markets (HOOD) equity. This design reflects the network's focus on tokenized real-world assets and decentralized finance services.
On-Chain Metrics
Since launch, Robinhood Chain has demonstrated substantial activity. Daily decentralized exchange volumes have exceeded $1 billion, while total value locked has approached $1 billion. Stablecoin supply on the network has, at times, exceeded $900 million.
Early growth was driven by meme coin activity, with later expansion coming from real-world asset adoption and perpetual contracts. The chain launched with tokenized Stock Tokens providing non-US users access to equity-tracking instruments. On October 1, 2026, Robinhood Wallet added an Arcus RFQ integration for stock token swaps covering approximately 190 Stock Tokens.
Implications
For users holding USDG or Ethereum-native tokens on Robinhood Chain, the integration expands accessible assets without requiring traditional bridging solutions. The chain's on-chain performance metrics remain the primary public indicator of network success, given the absence of a native token. Strong activity levels could influence how investors view Robinhood Markets equity, though the chain represents one component of a larger business.
