SBI Holdings Partners Startale to Build RWA-Focused Layer 1 Blockchain

SBI Holdings and Startale launch Strium Network, a Layer 1 blockchain enabling 24/7  trading of tokenized securities and RWAs.

SBI Holdings and Startale Group unveiled Strium Network, marking a major step for onchain securities markets in Asia. The new Layer 1 blockchain has a focus on tokenized securities and real-world assets. Moreover, it is available to provide 24/7 spot and derivatives trading. Therefore, the launch is a reflection of surging institutional interest in blockchain-based capital markets.

SBI and Startale Announce Strium Network Vision

Strium is following a strategic partnership announced in August 2025 between SBI Holdings and Startale Group. The goal of the collaboration is to create an exchange-layer infrastructure for tokenized securities. So, currently, the proof of concept is ready. It validates settlement design and exchange architecture interoperability capabilities.

Strium is focused on securities-linked markets, as opposed to crypto-native perpetual platforms. Instead, it is focused on equities & RWA-linked instruments. As a result, the platform allows round-the-clock trading without the usual banking hour parameters. This design allows for faster price discovery and deep liquidity.

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SBI Holdings provides access to more than 80 million customers in the area of securities, banking and finance. Therefore, Strium is able to bridge institutional demand and professional trading activity. Additionally, it connects the real-world market participation directly onchain. This places Strium as a base layer for Asia’s tokenized capital markets.

Interest in onchain equities is growing in all parts of the world. Crypto companies, fintech sites, and traditional exchanges are investigating the blockchain for stock trading. Meanwhile, institutions are looking for real-time settlement and scalable access. Strium meets these demands with blockchain native exchange infrastructure.

Strium Targets Tokens and RWA Markets

The partnership brings to the forefront a $18.9 trillion tokenized asset opportunity. Recent market developments are indicative of momentum towards onchain RWAs and tokenized shareholder rights. Therefore, Strium enables securities-linked spot and derivatives markets that are not constrained by legacy systems.

The platform separates trading infrastructure from asset issuance and custody. As a result, it provides global access while being interoperable with financial systems. Furthermore, Strium supports scalable liquidity for tokenized securities markets cross regionally.

Strium’s architecture is built to accommodate the future evolution of the market. Notably, it enables AI agents to be involved in trading activity. These agents can carry out strategies and interact with on-chain liquidity. Consequently, the platform fits the automation trends in the financial markets.

The unveiling also revealed several proofs of concept developed in parallel to it. These PoCs are used to test the efficiency of settlements andthe resilience of the system. They also validate interoperability with conventional infrastructure and blockchain networks. Therefore, they show their readiness for further development.

The PoC phase is more focused on robustness than on rapid commercialization. It ensures regulatory engagement and partner integration. Moreover, it guarantees the platform’s capacity to perform under heavy-load trading scenarios. This approach minimizes risks in operations during expansion.

Strium’s testnet, coming soon, will give early access to its Layer 1 blockchain. Early participants will assess performance and functionality. Meanwhile, feedback will guide refinements before commercial deployment.

Looking into the future, Strium is a long-term investment by Startale and SBI Holdings. The project is focused on influencing on-chain capital markets in Asia. Further announcements are planned in the coming months. Ultimately, Strium aims to provide for continuous, global, and institution-ready tokenized securities trading.

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