The real-world asset (RWA) market has emerged as one of the key trends in the cryptocurrency industry in 2025, with companies increasingly jumping on the tokenization bandwagon. Although some studies pointed to a massive 260% increase of RWAs this year, some industry executives have questioned the magnitude of the reported market size, arguing that the sector is still too nascent and relatively small. Industry executives told Cointelegraph that slow adoption may stem from outdated regulati
The initiative will synchronize digital tokens directly with Dubai’s land-registry title deeds, creating a seamless digital and legal asset ownership alignment, according to the companies. Zoniqx specializes in compliant tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) and Serenity is blockchain data storage, security and fintech. “Our pilot project with Zoniqx in Dubai is the first step in addressing the gap between legal and digital ownership and bringing a 360-degree approach to RWA tokenization
Remittances play a vital role in global economies, particularly for migrant workers sending money home. Digital assets and real world assets (RWA) are transforming this space by offering faster, cheaper, and more transparent alternatives to traditional wire transfers and remittance services.
Turning Tiny Robots Into Real Digital Assets This tiny robot is not just a display. It has an automatic navigation system, can carry small items, and is even equipped with artificial intelligence called RICE AI. In everyday life, we can imagine this robot as a small assistant who can greet guests, deliver orders, or just accompany children to play. Now, what makes it unique is that TokenFi does not sell its robots directly, but makes them assets that can be owned through tokens.
Guggenheim Treasury Services, one of the largest and most respected asset-backed commercial paper issuers, is bringing its flagship on-chain Digital Commercial Paper (DCP) to the XRP Ledger, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Initially launched on Ethereum last September, DCP is a blockchain-powered form of commercial paper, also known as short-term, fixed-income debut instruments. Companies issue commercial paper when they need to raise quick cash for their immediate operational needs
Corporate treasury functions are under pressure to adapt to rapidly changing financial environments. Digital assets and real world assets (RWA) offer a powerful toolkit for modernizing treasury operations, improving capital efficiency, and enhancing risk management across global enterprises.
Global credit rating giant Moody\'s Ratings and tokenization startup Alphaledger have completed a test run showing that municipal bond credit ratings can be embedded into blockchain-based securities, the companies told CoinDesk.\r\n\r\nThe trial, conducted on the Solana SOL blockchain, showcases how credit ratings—typically distributed through proprietary data terminals—could be integrated into tokenized assets on public blockchains.
Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, raised eyebrows when she predicted that Bitcoin could reach $1.5 million by 2030. At that price, Bitcoin’s fully diluted value (FDV) would be $31.5 trillion. That sounds massive—however, the S&P 500 closed with a total market capitalization of $49.76 trillion on May 16, 2025. Bitcoin is often called digital gold or digital cash, but tokenized stocks represent digital equity in companies—a very different value proposition.
Agriculture is one of the oldest industries, yet it’s now at the forefront of digital innovation through the convergence of digital assets and real world assets (RWA). From farmland tokenization to agri-tech financing, blockchain-based solutions are reshaping how investors engage with agricultural assets and food supply chains.
This evolution, driven by tokenization and institutional adoption, signals a maturing market bridging traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi).\r\n\r\nReal World Assets refer to tangible or intangible assets—such as real estate, commodities, treasuries, or private credit—tokenized on blockchains to enable fractional ownership, enhanced liquidity, and efficient trading.\r\n\r\nThe concept, rooted in early stablecoins like Tether (USDT)
The Mantra blockchain network has launched a $108,888,888 ecosystem fund aimed at accelerating the growth of startups focused on real-world asset (RWA) tokenization and decentralized finance (DeFi), amid rising demand for stable, asset-backed digital products.\r\n\r\nMantra, a layer-1 (L1) blockchain built for tokenized RWAs, launched the Mantra Ecosystem Fund (MEF) to accelerate the growth and adoption of projects and startups building on its network
The energy sector is undergoing a transformation as digital assets and real world assets (RWA) introduce innovative financing mechanisms for renewable projects, carbon credits, and grid-scale infrastructure. Blockchain-based solutions are enabling transparent fundraising, efficient asset tracking, and direct investor participation in clean energy initiatives.
Hong Kong’s Financial Secretary Paul Chan outlined plans for a second digital asset innovation push in a blog post over the weekend. After the first policy statement in 2022 formalized its approach to cryptocurrencies, it is planning to announce its future strategy soon. It sounds like the focus could be on digital securities and tokenized trade. He said Hong Kong’s next steps would “combine the advantages of traditional financial services with technological innovation
Robinhood submitted a letter to create a federal framework for tokenized real-world assets, aiming to modernize U.S. securities markets. For years, the financial world has talked about tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs). RWA tokenization is projected to become a $30 trillion market by 2030, according to research from The Trading View. This surge is driven by rising institutional interest in onchain financial products, offering faster settlement, greater transparency, and broader asset access
Fractional ownership has long been limited to niche markets due to logistical complexities and high transaction costs. However, digital assets and real world assets (RWA) are changing this landscape by enabling seamless, transparent, and scalable fractionalization of high-value assets such as real estate, aircraft, and luxury goods.
DeFi Technologies Inc. (the "Company" or "DeFi Technologies") (Nasdaq: DEFT) (CBOE CA: DEFI) (GR: R9B), a financial technology company bridging the gap between traditional capital markets and decentralized finance ("DeFi"), is pleased to announce a strategic joint venture and foundational equity investment in Fire Labs, Inc. ("Fire Labs"), a next-generation stablecoin infrastructure provider incubated and backed by America First Technology ("AFT").
Share\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMilestone partnership accelerates BitGo’s RWA position and sets the standard for institutional-grade digital asset tokenization\r\n\r\nZUG, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Polymesh Association today announced a partnership with BitGo, the leading infrastructure provider of digital asset solutions, positioning Polymesh as BitGo’s inaugural purpose-built layer 1 blockchain for their real world asset (RWA) tokenization strategy.
Institutional investors are increasingly recognizing the potential of digital assets and real world assets (RWA) to enhance portfolio performance, reduce counterparty risks, and improve operational efficiency. As blockchain-based infrastructure matures, institutions—from pension funds to hedge funds—are exploring ways to integrate tokenized assets into their investment strategies and custodial frameworks.
Mercurity Fintech Holding Inc. (MFH) has formed a strategic partnership with SBI Digital Markets (SBIDM), a subsidiary of SBI Group's digital asset arm, to advance the adoption of tokenized real-world assets. Through this collaboration, MFH's subsidiary Chaince Securities will distribute SBIDM's tokenized asset offerings to institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and accredited investors, ensuring compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations. In return, SBIDM will provide tokenization
\r\nRipple’s XRP Ledger is launching tokenized commercial paper to further RWA development\r\nPowerBeats\r\n06/12/2025, 03:43 AM\r\n\r\nCollect\r\nOn June 10, Bloomberg reported that Guggenheim Capital\'s subsidiary Guggenheim Treasury Services has launched its digital commercial paper on the XRP ledger associated with Ripple, providing institutional investors with the opportunity to invest in short-term debt instruments through a decentralized financial network.
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