Weekly Update: Key News in Tokenization of Real-World Assets (RWAs)

Welcome to the first edition of our weekly roundup focused on the latest developments in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization!

This sector is growing rapidly bridging the gap between traditional finance and blockchain technology. In this issue, we share the latest key updates in RWA tokenization, showing how this emerging market is attracting institutional interest and innovation.

• RWA Tokenization Could Reach $600 Billion by 2030, According to BCG

A new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) predicts that tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) could grow to $600 billion by 2030. This growth will be driven by investor demand for more liquid and accessible investment options in markets like real estate, commodities, and bonds. The report highlights the importance of regulated stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in pushing forward RWA tokenization. As blockchain technology continues to develop, tokenization will offer more opportunities for investors to access traditionally illiquid markets, transforming how assets are owned and traded.

•  UBS Launches uMINT Tokenized Fund on Ethereum

Swiss financial giant UBS has entered the tokenized fund space with the launch of the UBS USD Investment Fund (uMINT), built on the Ethereum blockchain. This launch represents a major move by a traditional financial institution into the world of tokenization. UBS’s uMINT fund will offer institutional-grade cash management solutions, backed by high-quality money market instruments. UBS’s entry into this space follows similar moves by other industry leaders like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton, and it signals growing institutional interest in tokenized assets. Securitize, for example, has already surpassed $1 billion in tokenized real-world assets on-chain, showing strong growth in this sector.

• Institutional Interest Drives Explosive Growth in RWA Tokenization

The tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) is attracting significant interest from major institutional investors. Companies like BlackRock and Boston Consulting Group are betting on the explosive growth of the RWA market, with projections estimating it could reach anywhere from $4 trillion to $30 trillion by 2030. This rapid expansion is fueled by the need for better liquidity, transparency, and fractional ownership. Experts highlight that blockchain technology is particularly appealing because it addresses inefficiencies in both traditional finance and crypto markets. As more assets are moved onto the blockchain, tokenization will likely reshape how investors engage with assets like real estate and commodities.