UK’s tokenization roadmap aims to generate $44.15B annually by 2035

The UK government has officially launched a tokenized finance roadmap, targeting an annual economic output of $44.15 billion by 2035 through the integration of blockchain technology. A key milestone in this initiative is the scheduled issuance of the first government bond in Q1 2027. To support this transition, a task force comprising 54 major institutions—including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Ripple—has been formed to develop practical use cases. While Barclays and PwC offer a more conservative projection of $29.45 billion, the collective involvement of these financial giants underscores a significant institutional shift toward on-chain finance. Beyond government debt, corporate interest is rising, with Airbnb’s CEO acknowledging the potential for liquid ownership, despite remaining cautious regarding current trust frameworks. Meanwhile, the broader RWA market has reached a record $340 billion market capitalization, driven largely by $295.9 billion in stablecoins and $34.6 billion in tokenized funds. With 283.1 million holders across 47 blockchains, the sector is demonstrating rapid maturation and increased accessibility. This UK-led roadmap serves as a critical catalyst for global regulatory and institutional adoption of tokenized assets.