The Rise of Decentralized Banking Retail finance is undergoing a seismic shift — and banks are feeling the pressure. Digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) are enabling consumers to borrow, save, and invest without relying on traditional banks. From decentralized lending to tokenized savings accounts, the future of retail finance is open, permissionless, and increasingly competitive.
For too long, the digital asset industry has operated without clear guidelines, leaving consumers vulnerable and stifling American innovation. With the Senate set to pass the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins, legislation I helped write to provide a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, we have an opportunity to change that. Stablecoins enable faster, cheaper, and competitive transactions
Verifiable Ownership and Authenticity Because NFTs use blockchain technology, this creates a tamper-proof record of who owns the asset. This ensures the provenance and authenticity of items. Yes, someone could copy/paste your JPEG, but only one Web3 wallet can demonstrate ownership. From digital art to collectibles, or, if backed by a solid audit layer, even real-world goods, can be verified, helping to combat counterfeiting and fraud.
Faster, Cheaper Cross-Border Payments Migrant workers send hundreds of billions of dollars home annually — but high fees and slow processing eat into their hard-earned money. Digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) are changing the game — offering faster, cheaper, and more reliable remittance options.
What Do Digital Assets and Web3 Mean to Your Organization? Modern technology has sparked a wave of innovation, including the development of interoperable technology systems, increased automation and autonomy, cyber-physical systems, and convergence between biological and technological domains. Decentralized blockchain technology is emerging as the foundational layer upon which data-rich, high-value systems are built. Decentralized digital assets and Web3
With a federal tax revenue gap of about $688 billion, studies suggest that at least $50 billion of that gap is due to unreported digital asset transactions. The IRS has started cracking down on crypto tax cheats, recommending hundreds of cases for prosecution, and assisting a charge against a taxpayer who failed to report gains from the sale of digital assets. A push for stronger virtual currency enforcement is bipartisan.
Securing Ownership in the Digital Age Intellectual property (IP) rights are being strengthened by digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) — giving creators unprecedented control over their work. From patents to trademarks and copyrights, blockchain technology is transforming how we register, enforce, and monetize intellectual property — reducing disputes and increasing value.
U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board On December 13, 2023, the U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2023-08—Intangibles—Goodwill And Other—Crypto Assets (Subtopic 350-60): Accounting For And Disclosure Of Crypto Assets.[1] This ASU provides detailed guidance on the accounting for and disclosure of digital assets and offers a framework for companies to classify and measure their holdings of digital assets.
The US has long been a holdout among developed nations in establishing clear regulatory expectations for digital asset-related activities. Following last year’s presidential election in the US, however, the new administration has made it clear that federal policy for digital asset development is changing, and that providing regulatory and legislative clarity for digital asset activities is now a priority. First movesThe US has long been a holdout among developed nations
Carbon credits backed by Real World Assets (RWA) and recorded on blockchain are revolutionizing climate action — making it easier to track, trade, and verify environmental impact. From reforestation to clean energy projects, tokenized carbon offsets are bringing transparency and liquidity to sustainability efforts.
The amendments streamline the process through which virtual assets (VAs) are accepted for use in the financial hub, ADGM's regulator, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), said. They also impose appropriate capital requirements and fees for authorised persons conducting regulated VA activities. The changes will lead to faster token approvals, since the process of adding new VAs to the ADGM’s “Accepted Virtual Assets” list has been streamlined
The Reserve Bank of India has said its stance on digital assets remains the same, despite the recent Supreme Court directive. According to the RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra, there is no new development even despite the court’s pronouncement. The RBI governor touched on this subject and many others at a post-policy press briefing. He added that the Indian premier institution has always maintained its stance concerning the assets, which has remained consistent over the years.
Trust Through Transparent Voting Digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA), powered by blockchain, are transforming how elections are conducted — making them more secure, transparent, and tamper-proof. From voter registration to vote counting, decentralized systems offer a new level of integrity in democratic processes — especially in regions where election fraud is common.
Innovation How AI Agents Will Change The Digital Assets Industry Forever Forbes Technology Council ByJason Kim, Forbes Councils Member. for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POST | Membership (fee-based) Jun 11, 2025, 07:00am EDT Share Save Jason Kim is the co-founder and CEO of Big Whale Labs—a company at the intersection of cryptography and AI. getty Digital assets have always been about control. Own your keys, own your assets, own your future.
According to the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB), it instructed Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder and former CEO of the bankrupt exchange, to move crypto assets to the regulator's wallet in order to protect creditors. The regulator asserted its action was under the approval of the Supreme Court of The Bahamas five days after seizing control. "The Securities Commission of The Bahamas ('the Commission')
Owning the Digital Economy The metaverse is becoming more than just a buzzword — it's a growing economy where digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) play a crucial role in ownership, commerce, and creativity. From virtual land to digital fashion, RWAs are anchoring value in immersive digital environments — ensuring real economic opportunity.
From family photos in the cloud to email archives and social media accounts, the digital lives of Americans are extensive and growing. According to recent studies by the password management companies NordPass and Dashlane, the average internet user maintains more than 150 online accounts. Individuals produce hundreds of gigabytes of data each year. But few people have plans for what happens to that digital legacy after they die.
South Korea’s newly appointed President, Lee Jae-myung, has announced that the country plans to fast-track his pledge to allow companies to issue stablecoins. The move comes as the U.S. prepares for a key vote on stablecoin legislation this week, signaling a global shift as governments begin to craft policies that balance innovation with regulatory oversight. While the U.S. and South Korean bills aim to legitimize stablecoins
New Ways to Earn Online Content creators are earning more than ever before — thanks to digital asset-based social platforms and Real World Assets (RWA). From YouTube-style video sharing to decentralized microblogging, creators are rewarded directly for their contributions — no ads, no algorithms, just fair compensation.
The company, which was formerly known as Janover and says it is the first U.S. public company with a treasury strategy built to accumulate and compound Solana (SOL) digital assets, entered into a share purchase agreement (ELOC) with RK Capital Management, according to a Thursday (June 12) press release. Via the agreement, DeFi Development will have the right, but not an obligation, to issue and sell as much as $5 billion in shares of its common stock to RK Capital, DeFi Development said
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