Arbitrum Backs Tokenized Bonds with Major Treasury Allocation
Arbitrum’s DAO is making a bold push into tokenized finance, committing $11.6 million worth of ARB to blockchain-based U.S. Treasurys in a move that signals growing institutional ambitions.
The initiative—part of its STEP program—is aimed at giving the network exposure to low-risk, yield-generating real-world assets.
After reviewing over 50 applicants, the DAO has selected three seasoned asset managers: Franklin Templeton, Spiko, and WisdomTree. Each will receive a slice of the 35 million ARB allocation, with their onchain Treasury products now set to anchor Arbitrum’s diversified treasury.
The voting outcome left little doubt—nearly 89% supported the decision. The breakdown gives 35% each to Franklin and Spiko, while WisdomTree receives the remaining 30%. Selection criteria centered on factors like fees, risk exposure, and community fit, overseen by a STEP committee of DAO-elected members.
This marks another step in Arbitrum’s strategy to integrate traditional financial players into its ecosystem. Since STEP launched six months ago, the program has generated over $650,000 in passive interest. Key figures behind the initiative say the involvement of legacy giants signals a breakthrough for DeFi’s institutional narrative.
While unselected applicants can reapply in future rounds, the latest allocation already cements Arbitrum’s growing role as a bridge between decentralized networks and traditional asset management.
Alexander Stefanov
Reporter at Coindoo
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