# ProofOfReserve

In a world full of glossy pitch decks, on-chain proof is what really matters. The rule in crypto is simple: trust, but verify.
After several failures in centralized finance, transparency has become essential. That is why STONfi integrates Proof of Reserve technology from Chainlink.
Proof of Reserve (PoR) allows users to verify on-chain that assets backing tokenized products, such as xStocks, actually exist in custody. Instead of relying on marketing claims, the verification happens directly through blockchain data.
Why this matters:
Transparent backing
Automated oracle feeds verify that the as