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Stocks

Tokenized Stocks Just Tripled Their Market Share. Almost No One Can Trade Them at Size

Tokenized equities have surged to represent approximately 15 percent of the total real-world asset market, reaching a combined market capitalization of nearly 2.8 billion dollars. Major players such as Ondo, Binance, and Kraken’s xStocks are currently leading this expansion, signaling a shift toward 24/7 on-chain access to U.S. stocks. Despite this growth in accessibility, the sector faces a significant hurdle regarding secondary market liquidity and the ability to execute large-scale institutional trades without excessive slippage. While minting tokens that reference share prices has been achieved, the industry now requires robust infrastructure to ensure tight spreads and deep order books. Bitget reports that prioritizing liquidity and settlement over mere ticker listings has resulted in an eighteenfold increase in trading activity for its rToken products. The long-term viability of the asset class depends on creating a unified settlement layer that integrates spot, derivatives, and collateral to maximize capital efficiency. Ultimately, the transition from a demonstration phase to a mature market will be defined by the ability to facilitate continuous, high-volume execution for both human and AI-driven traders.

#RWA #TokenizedEquities #Bitget

tradersmagazine.com·Sep 16, 20267.5

Infrastructure

Tokenized bonds pass the launch test. The real challenge starts now

Indian firms Rural Electrification Corp., Larsen & Toubro, and IIFL Finance have successfully completed tokenized corporate bond issuances, marking a significant technological milestone for the nation's debt market. REC raised Rs.500 crore, L&T raised Rs.500 crore, and IIFL Finance raised Rs.25 crore using distributed ledger technology and the Reserve Bank of India's central bank digital currency (CBDC). While these transactions demonstrate the viability of atomic delivery-versus-payment settlement, market participants characterize them as largely ceremonial due to the lack of a functioning secondary market. The current infrastructure requires investors to manage separate CBDC and electronic securities wallets, creating friction that hinders widespread adoption. Experts emphasize that the next critical phase for 'Demat 2.0' is achieving interoperability between these new digital environments and existing bond-market infrastructure. Without a robust financing ecosystem and secondary market liquidity, the benefits of instant settlement remain limited compared to established T+1 workflows. Ultimately, the success of Indian bond tokenization depends on integrating these digital assets into the broader financial system while simplifying the user experience.

#CorporateBonds #DLT #CBDC

tradingview.com·Sep 16, 20267.5

Infrastructure

BNB Chain Tops 2026 Tokenized Asset Growth With $3.62 Billion Inflow

BNB Chain recorded the highest year-to-date growth in tokenized real-world assets for 2026, adding an estimated $3.62 billion in value according to CryptoRank data. This performance outpaced Solana, which added $2.66 billion, and Stellar, which saw $2.50 billion in growth. While Ethereum remains the market leader in total outstanding RWA value due to its deep liquidity and infrastructure, it ranked fourth in 2026 growth with $1.6 billion. The broader RWA market expanded by over $39 billion in 2026, representing a 50% increase across tracked networks. This shift highlights a competitive landscape where issuers are increasingly evaluating blockchain infrastructure based on transaction costs, settlement efficiency, and accessibility. Although the data reflects absolute dollar increases rather than cumulative holdings, the trend underscores the growing institutional adoption of blockchain for traditional financial instruments. The competitive gap between networks like Solana and Stellar remains narrow, suggesting that multiple chains are successfully attracting institutional issuers for asset tokenization.

#RWA #Tokenization #BNBChain

finance.biggo.com·Sep 16, 20267.5

Infrastructure

BIS paper finds major gap in Bitcoin onchain transfer estimates

A recent study by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) reveals that standard onchain metrics for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins often provide misleading representations of actual economic activity. Researchers analyzed 100 billion blockchain records and discovered that Bitcoin transfer values can fluctuate by a factor of six depending on whether change outputs are correctly filtered. The report highlights that conventional market capitalization metrics can overstate value by up to four times compared to realized capitalization models. Furthermore, the study notes that Ethereum's complex smart contract ecosystem and the multi-chain nature of stablecoins like USDT make aggregate data difficult to interpret accurately. For instance, USDT on Ethereum is primarily utilized for DeFi, whereas USDT on Tron functions more as a payment and store-of-value asset. These findings suggest that current industry indicators are noisy approximations rather than precise economic data points. This research is critical for the RWA market, as institutional adoption of tokenized assets relies on transparent and reliable data to assess liquidity, usage, and systemic risk.

#Stablecoins #BIS #OnchainData

Cointelegraph — DeFi·Sep 15, 20267.5

U.S. Treasuries

Grove Basin enables instant stablecoin liquidity for tokenized treasuries

On May 14, 2026, Grove Labs launched Grove Basin, a noncustodial credit facility designed to provide up to $1 billion in daily stablecoin liquidity for tokenized real-world assets. This infrastructure addresses the critical issue of settlement lag by providing immediate onchain stablecoin payouts upon transaction approval, while the underlying asset movement settles on a separate schedule. By integrating with the Sky ecosystem, the platform leverages established stablecoin infrastructure to facilitate these rapid redemptions and transfers. The initial rollout supports major tokenized money market funds, specifically BlackRock’s BUIDL and Janus Henderson’s JTRSY. Institutional partners including Anchorage Digital, Galaxy Digital, and FalconX provide the necessary backing for this liquidity facility. This development is significant as it targets the $15 billion tokenized U.S. Treasury and money-market sector, which has grown nearly fourfold since early 2025. By removing friction for institutional managers, Grove Basin aims to increase the utility and adoption of tokenized assets within the broader financial ecosystem.

#Stablecoins #BUIDL #SkyEcosystem

cryptobriefing.com·Sep 15, 20268.0

Infrastructure

Zenith Joins DTC Digital Assets Working Group on Tokenization

Zenith, an Ethereum-compatible execution layer for the Canton Network, has officially joined the Depository Trust Company (DTC) Digital Assets Solutions Industry Working Group. This collaborative body now includes over 100 major financial and blockchain entities, such as BlackRock, J.P. Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Nasdaq, and the NYSE. The group provides critical industry input for the development of the DTCC Tokenization Service, which aims to create tokenized representations of securities already held within the DTC custody system. By leveraging existing infrastructure, the initiative seeks to enable blockchain-based transfers while maintaining established compliance, investor protections, and ownership records. The working group is currently focused on the tokenization of U.S. Treasuries, major ETFs, and Russell 1000 stocks. This development follows successful production-environment trials conducted in July 2026, which involved collateral pledging and securities lending using assets like the Invesco QQQ Trust and BlackRock Treasury ETFs. The project is moving toward a scheduled October 2026 target for its tokenization service rollout. Zenith's inclusion highlights the growing integration of specialized blockchain infrastructure providers into traditional capital market frameworks.

#Tokenization #CantonNetwork #Zenith

cryptotimes.io·Sep 15, 20268.5

News

Ondo takes tokenized assets to Australia in new market push

Ondo Finance has officially expanded its tokenized real-world asset offerings into the Australian market, marking a significant step in the firm's global growth strategy. The expansion focuses on providing Australian investors with access to tokenized versions of U.S. Treasury-backed products, which have gained traction as a yield-bearing alternative to traditional cash holdings. By leveraging blockchain technology, Ondo aims to bridge the gap between decentralized finance and regulated financial instruments for institutional and retail participants in the region. This move follows a broader trend of RWA protocols seeking regulatory-friendly jurisdictions to scale their operations beyond the United States. The entry into Australia highlights the increasing demand for high-quality, liquid, and yield-generating assets on-chain. As Ondo integrates with local financial ecosystems, it positions itself to capture market share in a region known for its sophisticated investment landscape. This development underscores the maturation of the RWA sector as firms prioritize international compliance and accessibility to drive long-term adoption.

#Ondo Finance #RWA #Tokenization

thestreet.com·Sep 15, 20267.5

Infrastructure

Abu Dhabi’s ADX moves to expand trading of tokenised assets

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has entered a strategic partnership with digital asset technology firm DFNS to integrate advanced wallet and tokenization infrastructure into its trading ecosystem. This initiative aims to facilitate the issuance, listing, and trading of digital assets, including tokenized equities and digitally native bonds. By adopting DFNS’s wallet technology, which supports over 30 blockchains and 1,000 tokens, ADX positions itself as a regional leader in the transition toward on-chain financial markets. The development is a core component of the exchange's broader strategy to establish Abu Dhabi as a global hub for next-generation capital markets. This move reflects a growing institutional trend where traditional stock exchanges are proactively building the technical foundations required to support blockchain-based financial instruments. As the second-largest stock exchange in the Arab region, ADX's commitment to secure, governed digital infrastructure signals a significant shift toward the modernization of regional financial services. Ultimately, this integration provides the necessary framework for ADX to expand its product offerings into a wider range of on-chain assets, enhancing investor confidence and market accessibility.

#Tokenization #DigitalAssets #ADX

gulfnews.com·Sep 15, 20267.5

Infrastructure

Clarity Act preliminary vote falls short in Senate amid ethics fight over Trump’s crypto wealth

The U.S. Senate failed to advance the Clarity Act during a preliminary vote, stalling legislative efforts to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets. The legislative setback was primarily driven by intense political friction regarding President Trump's personal cryptocurrency holdings and potential conflicts of interest. This failure highlights the ongoing difficulty in separating partisan political disputes from the technical necessity of creating clear rules for tokenized assets and blockchain-based financial instruments. For the RWA market, the lack of legislative progress prolongs the period of regulatory uncertainty that currently hinders institutional adoption of tokenized securities. Market participants remain in a state of limbo, as the absence of a clear legal pathway for digital asset classification complicates the integration of real-world assets into decentralized finance protocols. The inability to pass this bill suggests that broader RWA adoption may face continued headwinds until lawmakers can decouple crypto-asset regulation from broader political agendas. Consequently, the industry must continue to navigate a fragmented regulatory landscape that lacks the federal clarity required for large-scale institutional participation.

#DigitalAssets #Regulation #CLARITYAct

The Block·Sep 15, 20267.5

Infrastructure

UK tokenization feedback puts collateral first, but settlement finality stands in the way

The Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recently summarized feedback from their call for input regarding wholesale market tokenization. Industry participants identified the rapid movement and reuse of collateral as the primary benefit of tokenization, prioritizing it over 24/7 trading or atomic settlement. However, respondents expressed significant concern regarding the regulators' proposal to determine settlement finality contractually rather than through legislation. Industry experts argue that without statutory legal finality, assets lack the necessary insolvency protection to be safely re-pledged or used as margin. This legal ambiguity currently threatens to undermine the very collateral mobility that market participants seek to achieve. In response, the Bank of England confirmed that stablecoins may be utilized as settlement assets within the Digital Securities Sandbox. Furthermore, the Bank is evaluating the eligibility of tokenized assets as collateral within its Sterling Monetary Framework, while the FCA has initiated a consultation on tokenized gold.

#Tokenization #BankOfEngland #DigitalSecuritiesSandbox

ledgerinsights.com·Sep 15, 20268.0

Infrastructure

Standard Chartered says Arbitrum could outperform Bitcoin, Ether through 2030

Standard Chartered projects that the Arbitrum layer-2 network could see its native ARB token reach $10 by 2030, driven by the integration of institutional tokenization projects. The bank highlights the launch of Robinhood Chain as a pivotal development that has already significantly altered Arbitrum's economic model. By capturing 10% of net protocol revenue from entities building on its infrastructure, Arbitrum stands to benefit directly from the broader migration of traditional financial assets onchain. Standard Chartered estimates that total tokenized real-world assets have reached nearly $39 billion and forecasts this market will grow to $4 trillion by 2028. The bank notes that Arbitrum's revenue in September is expected to hit $5 million, a fivefold increase since the July launch of Robinhood Chain. This shift suggests that layer-2 networks providing institutional-grade infrastructure may become primary beneficiaries of the RWA sector's expansion. However, the bank warns that the realization of this price target depends on the sustained pace of asset tokenization and the network's ability to maintain a competitive edge against other blockchains.

#Arbitrum #RWA #Tokenization

Cointelegraph — Tokenization·Sep 15, 20267.5

Infrastructure

Should you bet on AI or crypto? Plus, the SEC’s tokenized stock overhaul

Joris Delanoue, CEO of Fairmint, discusses the SEC's proposed overhaul of transfer-agent rules, which represents the first significant regulatory update in decades. This potential change is critical for the RWA market because it could allow blockchain networks to serve as the official record of securities ownership. By enabling a single source of truth for issuers and shareholders, this shift aims to resolve long-standing disputes regarding stock-token ownership, such as the historical AMC–Robinhood conflict. Delanoue highlights three distinct models of tokenized equities that could emerge under these new rules. This development is essential for the RWA sector as it bridges the gap between traditional financial infrastructure and decentralized ledger technology. Establishing legal recognition for on-chain records is a foundational step toward the widespread adoption of tokenized assets. Ultimately, these regulatory updates could streamline the issuer-shareholder relationship and provide the necessary legal clarity for institutional participation in tokenized securities.

#TokenizedEquities #SEC #Infrastructure

finance.yahoo.com·Sep 15, 20267.5

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