RWA Tokenization: Bubble or Breakthrough in Global Finance?

The tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) is gaining momentum, with market capitalization surging 143% to $72.85 billion in the past year. This growth reflects a broader shift as traditional finance institutions explore blockchain-based solutions.

Market analyst Michael Van de Poppe sees institutional interest accelerating. "The RWA market is waking up," he noted, pointing to recent developments like PayPal's stablecoin on SEI blockchain and Robinhood's tokenized stocks. "This will be a Core pillar for the current cycle."

London Stock Exchange Group's new Digital Markets Infrastructure platform exemplifies the trend, applying blockchain technology to traditional investment funds. The convergence of Web2 and decentralized finance appears increasingly inevitable.