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Tokenized Real-World Assets (RWA) Gain Institutional Traction in 2026

Tokenized Real-World Assets (RWA) Gain Institutional Traction in 2026

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2026-02-11 06:05:02
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Tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) are transitioning from retail hype to institutional adoption. At Consensus Hong Kong 2026, executives from Animoca Brands, Mastercard, and Robinhood emphasized the growing focus on tokenized U.S. Treasuries, money market funds, and stablecoin integrations. Blockchain's efficiency gains are now being Leveraged by traditional finance giants like BlackRock, whose BUIDL fund and crypto-linked products signal deepening institutional engagement.

The sector's $24 billion on-chain RWA market—backed by $365 billion in underlying assets—is being driven by tokenized Treasuries and private credit. Liquidity infrastructure from UBS and the NYSE, coupled with faster settlements, is making blockchain-based assets increasingly practical. Yet retail participation remains minimal, with few Hong Kong panel attendees reporting direct exposure to tokenized RWAs.

Regulatory clarity in Europe may accelerate mainstream adoption. BlackRock COO Rob Goldstein hailed blockchain as "the biggest financial breakthrough since double-entry bookkeeping," while former SEC Chair Paul Atkins noted tokenization's potential to enhance market transparency—provided clear frameworks emerge.

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