The total real-world asset (RWA) tokenization market has crossed $38 billion, according to fresh data from Token Terminal — a milestone that underscores how rapidly traditional financial instruments are migrating onto public blockchains.
RWA tokenization covers a broad spectrum of assets brought on-chain, from U.S. Treasury bills and private credit to real estate and commodities. The $38 billion figure reflects cumulative on-chain value across protocols, and the pace of growth has accelerated sharply over the past twelve months as institutional players — BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and a growing roster of asset managers — have launched or expanded tokenized fund products.
For DeFi, the RWA category represents a structural shift: yield-bearing, regulated assets are increasingly being used as collateral and liquidity anchors across lending protocols, blurring the line between…
Frequently asked questions
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What types of assets are included in the RWA tokenization market?
The RWA tokenization market includes a variety of assets such as U.S. Treasury bills, private credit, real estate, and commodities.
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How has institutional involvement impacted the RWA tokenization market?
Institutional players like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton have significantly contributed to the market's growth by launching or expanding tokenized fund products.
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