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Hyperliquid shows how onchain perps could challenge Wall Street: Pantera

Pantera Capital reports that perpetual futures are evolving into a dominant global financial instrument, with the Hyperliquid blockchain infrastructure leading the transition of traditional assets like equities and commodities onto decentralized rails. By offering 24/7 trading, continuous price discovery, and simplified position management, Hyperliquid is challenging the structural limitations of traditional derivatives markets. The platform currently captures approximately 40% of all onchain perpetual futures volume, marking a significant shift as decentralized exchange volumes have climbed to 14% of centralized exchange levels from under 1% in early 2023. This growth has attracted the attention of major traditional finance players, including Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), whose leadership is actively engaging regulators to establish a level playing field for onchain perpetual contracts. Hyperliquid has solidified its market position by generating $13.5 million in weekly fees, ranking it as the fourth-largest fee-generating protocol in the crypto industry. This trend reflects a broader institutional movement toward tokenizing traditional investment products to enable instant settlement and continuous market access. The integration of these assets into blockchain wrappers signals a potential tectonic shift in how global financial markets operate, moving away from legacy settlement cycles toward always-on, onchain infrastructure.

#PerpetualFutures #Hyperliquid #TradFi

Cointelegraph — Tokenization·Jul 9, 20268.5

Infrastructure

SWIFT launches blockchain ledger with 17

SWIFT has officially launched a new blockchain-based ledger designed to facilitate cross-border payments using tokenized bank deposits. Seventeen major global financial institutions, including HSBC, Citi, BNP Paribas, UBS, ANZ, DBS, and Standard Chartered, are participating in the initial pilot phase. This development follows nine months of intensive internal development aimed at enabling 24/7 payment availability, including weekends and overnight transactions. By integrating tokenized deposits into its existing messaging infrastructure, SWIFT seeks to modernize cross-border settlements while maintaining rigorous compliance, credit, and risk management standards. This initiative represents a significant shift in how traditional banking networks adopt distributed ledger technology to enhance the velocity of global commerce. The move aligns with a broader industry trend toward tokenized financial assets, positioning SWIFT as a central player in the evolution of programmable money. Ultimately, this pilot demonstrates that major financial incumbents are prioritizing the integration of blockchain rails to meet the demands of modern, always-on global markets.

#CrossBorderPayments #TokenizedDeposits #BankingInfrastructure

Cointelegraph — RWA Tokenization·Jul 9, 20269.5

U.S. Treasuries

25% of tokenized fund assets on Ethereum now deployed in DeFi

The utilization of tokenized fund assets within DeFi protocols on Ethereum has surged from 8% to 25% over the past three years, signaling a shift toward productive on-chain capital. Major financial institutions, including BlackRock, JPMorgan, and UBS, are increasingly tokenizing money market funds and Treasury products to leverage 24/7 settlement capabilities. BlackRock’s BUIDL fund, launched in 2024, serves as a primary example, having been integrated as collateral by protocols like Ethena and Spark before enabling direct trading on Uniswap. Other firms like VanEck have launched funds specifically designed for DeFi collateral utility, moving beyond standalone investment products. This integration improves the quality of collateral within DeFi, replacing speculative assets with high-quality, yield-bearing instruments. However, this transition introduces new systemic risks, including unresolved regulatory frameworks for permissionless interaction and potential infrastructure-level vulnerabilities on Ethereum. As Standard Chartered projects a multi-trillion dollar market, the ability to bridge traditional finance settlement cycles with on-chain liquidity remains a critical development for institutional adoption.

#Ethereum #BUIDL #BlackRock

cryptobriefing.com·Jul 9, 20269.0

U.S. Treasuries

BlackRock’s BUIDL Move To Arbitrum Shows Tokenized Treasuries Are Leaving Ethereum Mainnet Only Mode

BlackRock has expanded its BUIDL tokenized treasury fund beyond the Ethereum mainnet by integrating with the Arbitrum network. This strategic move signals a shift for institutional-grade financial products, which are increasingly prioritizing scalability and cost-efficiency alongside security. By leveraging Layer-2 solutions, BlackRock aims to overcome the high transaction costs associated with the Ethereum mainnet, making tokenized assets more accessible for broader distribution. This expansion highlights that major asset managers are moving past experimental phases to treat tokenization as essential, scalable infrastructure. The integration serves as a significant endorsement for the Arbitrum ecosystem and the broader Ethereum Layer-2 landscape. For the RWA market, this development confirms that tokenized treasuries are evolving into a mature product category rather than remaining a niche crypto-native concept. Ultimately, the transition to multi-chain deployment demonstrates that institutional players are actively optimizing their technical stacks to support the long-term growth of real-world assets.

#Arbitrum #RWA #BUIDL

bitcoinist.com·Jul 9, 20268.5

U.S. Treasuries

Plume brings institutional real-world asset yield to Binance wallet through nBasis vault on Nest

Plume has integrated its nBASIS institutional yield vault into the Binance Wallet, significantly expanding retail access to professional-grade financial strategies. This integration allows users to gain onchain exposure to the Bitwise Crypto Carry Fund, which holds over $225 million in AUM, and the Invesco Short Duration U.S. Government Securities Fund, which manages over $950 million. By leveraging Superstate for tokenization, these funds bring strategies previously reserved for hedge funds and institutional allocators to a broader audience. The move highlights a shift in the crypto industry, where major platforms are increasingly prioritizing RWA yield as a core offering rather than a niche vertical. With tokenized RWA total value locked growing by 420% over the past year, the focus of the sector is transitioning from infrastructure development to distribution. Plume, which serves over half of all RWA holders, aims to dismantle traditional barriers to institutional-grade yield through its compliant, non-custodial vault architecture. This development underscores the growing importance of integrating regulated, transparent financial products directly into high-volume Web3 ecosystems.

#RWA #TokenizedTreasuries #Bitwise

cryptobriefing.com·Jul 9, 20268.5

Stablecoins

MiCA Says No Funny Money in Europe’s Stablecoin Basket

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation has established a clear divide between regulated crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) and stablecoin issuers. Currently, there are 280 registered CASPs and 21 authorized e-money token (EMT) issuers, yet zero authorized asset-referenced token (ART) issuers. This disparity indicates that the distribution layer is maturing faster than the development of complex, basket-based stablecoin products. By categorizing tokens into EMTs and ARTs, MiCA forces a shift toward single-currency tokens that align with traditional payment and treasury workflows. Consequently, CASPs are emerging as the primary gatekeepers of the European crypto economy, as their listing strategies now dictate market liquidity and regulatory compliance. This environment favors practical, bank-aligned stablecoins over experimental synthetic assets, which remain outside mainstream distribution. Ultimately, the success of European stablecoins will depend on their ability to integrate into existing financial infrastructure rather than their technical complexity.

#Stablecoins #MiCA #EU

pymnts.com·Jul 8, 20268.5

Stocks

Tokenized stock transfers surge 105% in a month to $8.4B

Tokenized stock transfers surged 105% over the past month, reaching a total volume of $8.41 billion according to RWA.xyz data. The sector's distributed value climbed 43% to $2.16 billion, while the total number of holders grew 17% to over 409,000. This growth was driven by significant performance from platforms like Figure, which saw a 935% increase in distributed value, and Securitize, which rose 332%. Ondo currently leads the market with $846 million in distributed value, followed by xStocks, Securitize, and Figure. This expansion highlights a shift in investor appetite, evidenced by pre-IPO access offerings for SpaceX shares on exchanges like Kraken and Bybit. Furthermore, Securitize recently issued tokenized shares on Solana and Avalanche, marking a milestone for public company integration. These developments signal a broader trend of traditional financial institutions, including the DTCC and NYSE, actively building infrastructure to compete with crypto-native platforms in the tokenized equity space.

#RWA #Blockchain #Ondo

Cointelegraph — RWA Tokenization·Jul 8, 20269.0

Stocks

Robinhood Bets on Tokenized Stocks and Real-World Assets, Launches Its Own Layer-2 Blockchain

Robinhood Markets has launched Robinhood Chain, an Ethereum-based Layer 2 network built on Arbitrum’s Orbit technology, to facilitate the tokenization of real-world financial instruments. This strategic pivot aims to move the platform beyond speculative crypto assets toward productive, utility-driven financial products like tokenized U.S. equities. The new infrastructure, supported by Chainlink for data oracles and BitGo for custody, allows users in over 120 countries to trade tokenized stocks such as NVDA and GOOG 24/7. These Stock Tokens provide economic exposure to underlying shares and can be utilized within decentralized finance protocols for lending or collateral. Additionally, Robinhood is expanding into perpetual futures for commodities and ETFs, alongside AI-driven trading tools and stablecoin yield products. By leveraging its 28 million user base, the company seeks to bridge traditional brokerage services with onchain efficiency. This development marks a significant institutional entry into the tokenized equity market, which reached a $5.5 billion capitalization by June 2026.

#Arbitrum #RWA #TokenizedEquities

finance.biggo.com·Jul 8, 20269.5

Active Strategies

The Project Crypto Scheme

During his second term, President Donald Trump generated $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures, a windfall facilitated by the administration's systematic dismantling of federal oversight. Through 'Project Crypto,' a joint initiative between the SEC and CFTC, the administration has dismissed numerous enforcement actions against major firms like Kraken, Coinbase, and Binance, often following significant campaign donations. SEC Chairman Paul Atkins and CFTC Chairman Mike Selig have effectively neutralized regulatory scrutiny by reclassifying crypto assets under a new 'token taxonomy' that excludes most digital products from securities laws. This framework categorizes governance tokens and meme coins as digital commodities or collectibles, shielding Trump’s own ventures, such as World Liberty Financial and the $Trump meme coin, from federal oversight. While these policies have enabled the Trump family to profit extensively, they have left retail investors vulnerable, as seen when the value of the $Trump coin collapsed to 3 percent of its peak. The proposed CLARITY Act aims to codify this deregulatory environment by shifting jurisdiction to the more lenient CFTC. This shift represents a significant departure from previous enforcement standards, effectively creating a regulatory vacuum that prioritizes political and personal financial interests over market integrity.

#CFTC #SEC #WorldLibertyFinancial

prospect.org·Jul 8, 20269.5

U.S. Treasuries

66% of Institutions Plan Tokenized Money Market Funds by 2027 : Report

A new report from Global Digital Finance and the International Swaps and Derivatives Association reveals that 66% of financial institutions plan to launch tokenized money market funds by 2027. This shift is driven by the need to solve operational inefficiencies in collateral mobility, as only 33% of firms currently view existing money market processes as efficient. With tokenized assets under management reaching $8.4 billion by May 2026, the sector is rapidly maturing beyond experimental status. Major players like Hashnote, BlackRock, and Franklin Templeton are already leading the market, while J.P. Morgan has recently entered the space with its own liquidity-token funds. The report highlights that 44% of institutions intend to accept these tokenized funds as eligible collateral, signaling a move toward mainstream financial integration. By enabling 24/7 settlement and programmable liquidity, these assets aim to streamline the $1.6 trillion non-cleared margin market. This transition represents a significant evolution in how global capital markets manage collateral, moving away from manual reconciliation toward blockchain-based efficiency.

#InstitutionalFinance #BlackRock #TokenizedMMFs

coingape.com·Jul 8, 20268.5

Stocks

Trust Wallet Integrates Robinhood Chain, Bringing Tokenized Stocks to 220M Users

Trust Wallet has integrated the newly launched Robinhood Chain, providing its 220 million users with direct access to a permissionless, Ethereum-compatible Layer 2 network. This integration allows users to manage tokenized real-world assets, including stocks, alongside cryptocurrencies within a self-custodial environment. By enabling the storage, swapping, and management of these assets without centralized custody, the partnership significantly expands the distribution reach of Robinhood's on-chain financial infrastructure. Robinhood Chain is designed to facilitate 24/7 trading of eligible stock tokens, bridging the gap between traditional market hours and decentralized finance. The network launched with key infrastructure support from partners like Alchemy, BitGo, and Chainlink, while protocols such as Uniswap are already deploying liquidity. This development marks a critical step in the broader industry trend of integrating traditional financial assets into the Web3 ecosystem. For the RWA market, the move demonstrates how major wallet providers are prioritizing on-chain stock and asset accessibility to drive mainstream adoption.

#Layer2 #RWA #TokenizedStocks

blockster.com·Jul 8, 20268.5

Infrastructure

Tiger Research: Moving RWA Tokenization Overseas First

The RWA tokenization market reached a valuation of $25 billion to $36 billion by early 2026, driven by institutional demand for automated settlements and broader investor reach. Despite this growth, many financial institutions face a regulatory vacuum in their home jurisdictions, forcing a strategic choice between waiting for legislation, using sandboxes, or entering overseas markets. Tiger Research emphasizes that cross-border RWA operations require meticulous preparation across six core areas, including licensing, asset definition, and settlement infrastructure. Institutions are increasingly looking to mature regulatory environments like Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United States to build operational experience. Hong Kong offers a comprehensive framework under the Securities and Futures Ordinance, while Singapore utilizes the Variable Capital Company structure for fund tokenization. The United States remains a key market, with platforms like Securitize facilitating issuances such as BlackRock’s BUIDL fund under Reg D and Reg S exemptions. Ultimately, the report argues that tokenization is not a shortcut but a complex migration of financial instruments that demands higher precision than traditional issuance. Institutions that proactively navigate these cross-border complexities are better positioned to secure early market dominance.

#RWA #Tokenization #BlackRock

panewslab.com·Jul 8, 20268.5

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