$1.6 Billion Gold IRA Partnership Bridges Traditional Assets with DeFi Yields

A groundbreaking $1.6 billion partnership is enabling retirement savers to generate decentralized finance (DeFi) yields on physical Gold holdings without sacrificing IRA tax benefits. The system tokenizes gold stored in vaults, allowing investors to use the digital representations as collateral for dollar loans on platforms like Morpho and Kamino.

Gold's record-breaking performance in 2025—with futures hitting $3,517.90 per ounce—adds momentum to the initiative. The 39.6% year-to-date gain reflects institutional demand and macroeconomic uncertainty, creating ideal conditions for innovative wealth preservation strategies.

Self-directed IRAs, which account for 2-5% of the $10.8 trillion U.S. IRA market, gain new utility through this hybrid model. Investors maintain physical ownership while accessing liquidity through DeFi protocols, blurring the lines between traditional finance and blockchain innovation.