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In today’s feature, Tedd Strazimiri from Evolve ETFs discusses the rise of tokenization and its implications for investors.
The Tokenization Boom: Why Ethereum Remains Key for Real-World Asset Tokenization
Tokenization has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar movement, predominantly led by Ethereum, which oversees approximately 55% of over $250 billion worth of assets now tokenized. Assets range from stablecoins and U.S. Treasuries to real estate and more, highlighting Ethereum’s status as the preferred blockchain for institutions wishing to integrate traditional finance with digital assets.
Importance of Tokenization Tokenization is the conversion of ownership rights in real-world assets (RWAs) into digital tokens on a blockchain. This brings increased speed in settlements, enhanced liquidity, and greater accessibility. Tokenized assets can facilitate trading round the clock and can be fractioned, allowing a wider pool of investors to engage. You can lower costs by eliminating intermediaries and manual processes, while also benefiting from greater transparency and programmability.
Key Insights: How Institutions Benefit from Tokenization A notable illustration of institutional tokenization is BlackRock’s BUIDL—a tokenized U.S. Treasury fund on Ethereum, established in 2024. With more than $2.5 billion under management, it has claimed substantial market share in the tokenized Treasury arena. Moreover, stablecoins like USDC and USDT constitute the backbone of tokenized assets, essential in the realms of DeFi and transactions across borders.
The journey of tokenized equities and other asset classes like real estate and commodities also demonstrates Ethereum’s flexibility in adapting to a variety of financial needs.
As blockchain infrastructure continues to develop, Ethereum’s role in making finance more innovative remains established.
Further Discussion: Ask an Expert
In addressing client needs, Peter Gaffney from Inveniam emphasizes the transformative potential of tokenization, providing advisors with unique tools to enhance portfolio strategies and client management through innovative, token-backed financial assets.
