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Bernstein says Clarity Act failure allows stablecoin rewards on idle balances to continue, expects ‘swift’ SEC and CFTC rulemaking

The failure of the Clarity Act to advance through the U.S. Senate has shifted the regulatory focus toward direct rulemaking by the SEC and CFTC. Bernstein analysts suggest that this legislative impasse allows stablecoin issuers to continue offering yield-bearing products on idle balances without immediate statutory constraints. This development is significant for the RWA market as it maintains the current operational status for tokenized cash equivalents and yield-generating stablecoins. By bypassing a comprehensive legislative framework, the industry now faces a period of agency-led oversight that could shape the future of digital asset compliance. The lack of federal law creates a fragmented environment where regulatory enforcement actions will likely dictate market participation. For RWA protocols, this means continued reliance on existing SEC and CFTC interpretations rather than a unified federal standard. Consequently, the market must navigate potential enforcement risks while capitalizing on the current ability to provide interest-bearing stablecoin solutions.

#Stablecoins #CFTC #SEC

The BlockAdded: Sep 16, 20267.5

Stocks

Robinhood chain to generate $160M in annual fees by 2028: Bernstein

Bernstein analysts project that Robinhood’s blockchain network could generate $160 million in annual fees by 2028, driven primarily by the rising adoption of tokenized stock trading. Tokenized equities now account for approximately 27% of the network's total trading volume, marking a significant shift away from the platform's initial reliance on memecoin pairs. This growth is supported by automated market-making pools on Uniswap, which create reflexive demand by pairing memecoins with stock tokens. The network has rapidly become a leader in daily fee generation, recording $2.13 million in a single 24-hour period according to DefiLlama data. Despite this financial momentum, the initiative faces regulatory and corporate scrutiny, notably from AMC Entertainment CEO Adam Aron, who criticized the lack of affiliation between the tokenized assets and the underlying company. Bernstein has responded to these developments by raising its price target for Robinhood (HOOD) stock to $160 per share. This trend highlights the increasing institutional interest in bridging traditional equity markets with decentralized finance infrastructure.

#TokenizedStocks #DeFi #Uniswap

Cointelegraph — RWA TokenizationAdded: Sep 8, 20267.5

Stablecoins

Bernstein says Circle’s growth cycle can continue without the Clarity Act, sees 59% upside

Bernstein analysts project that Circle can maintain its growth trajectory for USDC even in the absence of the Clarity Act, citing a robust rebound in stablecoin supply and expanding transaction volumes. The firm maintains an optimistic outlook, forecasting a 59% upside potential for the company as it solidifies its market position. This growth is driven by increasing demand for stablecoins as a primary settlement layer for digital assets and cross-border payments. By leveraging its existing infrastructure and regulatory compliance, Circle continues to capture significant market share despite the legislative uncertainty surrounding the Clarity Act. The analysis highlights that the fundamental utility of USDC as a bridge between traditional finance and blockchain ecosystems remains the primary catalyst for its adoption. This development underscores the resilience of stablecoin issuers who are successfully scaling operations through organic market demand rather than relying solely on specific regulatory tailwinds. For the broader RWA market, this suggests that stablecoin liquidity will remain a critical foundation for the tokenization of real-world assets.

#MarketAnalysis #Stablecoins #Circle

The BlockAdded: Aug 24, 20267.5

Infrastructure

HOOD Could Rally 85% as Tokenization, Prediction Markets Fuel Crypto Growth: Bernstein

Bernstein analysts have identified Robinhood Markets Inc. as a significant player in the evolving financial infrastructure landscape, projecting an 85% upside for the stock. The firm is shifting its focus from simple crypto trading toward tokenization and blockchain-based services to diversify revenue streams. Key growth drivers include the Robinhood Chain, which has facilitated over $12 billion in decentralized exchange volume and 150 million transactions. Additionally, the platform's Robinhood Earn product has successfully attracted more than $200 million in deposits. Despite a 40% decline in crypto trading revenue during the second quarter, management remains committed to long-term growth through product expansion. The company is also scaling its prediction market business, Rothera, which processed 3.5 billion contracts and generated $17 million in quarterly revenue. This strategic pivot toward tokenized equities and broader financial infrastructure aims to increase U.S. household equity ownership from 65% to over 90%.

#Tokenization #BlockchainInfrastructure #Bernstein

tradingview.comAdded: Aug 4, 20267.5

Stocks

Bernstein raises Robinhood price target, cites tokenization and prediction markets

Bernstein analysts have raised their price target for Robinhood Markets from $130 to $160, citing the brokerage's strategic pivot toward tokenized equities and prediction markets. This shift aims to reduce reliance on traditional crypto trading by leveraging Robinhood Chain, a proprietary layer-2 network built on Arbitrum. By developing its own blockchain infrastructure, Robinhood intends to offer on-chain financial products independently of third-party providers. Bernstein projects that the total value of on-chain real-world assets will surge from $35 billion to between $2 trillion and $4 trillion by 2030, with tokenized equities playing a central role. This institutional momentum is further evidenced by recent collaborations, such as the integration of Broadridge’s governance tools into Alpaca’s Instant Tokenization Network. Additionally, Securitize and Cantor Fitzgerald have partnered to build infrastructure for blockchain-based IPOs, signaling a broader industry move toward regulated on-chain securities. These developments underscore the transition of tokenization from a niche experiment to a foundational layer for global capital markets.

#Arbitrum #RWA #TokenizedEquities

Cointelegraph — RWA TokenizationAdded: Jul 20, 20268.5

Infrastructure

Tokenized Real-World Assets Surpass $51 Billion as Race for Onchain Equities Heats Up

The market value of tokenized real-world assets has surged past $51 billion, representing a 40% increase year-to-date despite a 20% decline in broader crypto markets. Bernstein research indicates that institutional demand for onchain financial assets is decoupling from traditional crypto cycles, with private credit currently holding the largest market share. The number of RWA holders has grown by 60% to over 917,000, signaling significant retail and institutional adoption. The industry is currently bifurcating into two models: one focused on trading infrastructure for synthetic representations and another prioritizing direct ownership through blockchain-based shareholder ledgers. Companies like Coinbase and Robinhood are leading the former, while firms such as Figure, Bullish, and Securitize are developing the regulatory infrastructure for the latter. Annualized transfer volumes for tokenized equities reached $5.3 billion in June, reflecting a rapid acceleration from previous months. This growth suggests the RWA sector is reaching an inflection point where traditional assets are becoming as accessible as native cryptocurrencies, provided regulatory frameworks continue to evolve.

#RWA #Tokenization #PrivateCredit

blockster.comAdded: Jun 27, 20268.5