SBI Holdings has revealed a new layer-1 blockchain proof of concept for tokenized equities, co-developed with blockchain research firm Startale Group. The network, called Strium, is designed as purpose-built infrastructure for onchain securities and real-world asset trading, targeting institutional and professional market participants across Asia.
Strium Network Targets Onchain Securities Markets
Strium is positioned as an exchange-layer blockchain rather than a general-purpose crypto network. Its architecture is built to support round-the-clock trading, near-instant settlement and composability with decentralized finance systems. The project reflects growing interest in bringing equities and other traditional assets onchain, enabling market access beyond standard trading hours and reducing cross-border settlement friction.
SBI and Startale say Strium is intended to serve global capital markets, differentiating itself from crypto-native platforms by focusing on regulated financial products and institutional workflows rather than digital-asset-only trading.
From RWA Trading Platform to Dedicated Layer 1
The collaboration between SBI and Startale was first announced in August 2025, initially centered on building a 24/7 real-world asset trading platform and a yen-denominated stablecoin for settlement. The newly unveiled layer-1 network represents an expansion of that vision, providing dedicated infrastructure for tokenized stocks, fractional ownership and programmable compliance.
The proof of concept demonstrates settlement efficiency, performance under high transaction loads and interoperability with both legacy financial systems and blockchain networks. A public testnet is expected next, as the partners explore regulatory engagement and commercial deployment aligned with regional market requirements.
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