The cryptocurrency ecosystem is entering a pivotal year: tokenization of real‑world assets (RWAs) is moving from niche pilots to mainstream finance. From property and private‑credit funds to infrastructure projects, traditional assets are being digitized on blockchain, delivering unprecedented liquidity, broader accessibility, and operational efficiency.
Market Outlook
- Global tokenization revenue is expected to rise from USD 4.02 bn in 2025 to USD 4.81 bn in 2026, with a long‑term target of USD 24.13 bn by 2035.
- The total value of tokenized RWAs already exceeds USD 26.5 bn, driven by clearer regulations, institutional participation, and robust on‑chain infrastructure.
Key Trends Accelerating the Boom
- Institutional Momentum – 76 % of surveyed firms plan to add tokenized assets to their portfolios this year, many allocating more than 5 % of capital. Industry leaders such as BlackRock cite tokenization as a core market catalyst.
- Regulatory Alignment – Global frameworks are converging on enforcement, standards, and compliance, turning pilots into permanent capital‑market strategies (PwC).
- On‑Chain Innovation – Ethereum‑based solutions, including JPMorgan’s programmable money‑market funds, are unlocking faster settlement and deeper liquidity for sectors like real‑estate (e.g., RealT).
- Stablecoin Backbone – Stablecoins are becoming the primary settlement layer for RWAs, supporting scalable growth amid a broader macro‑driven Bitcoin cycle.
- Programmable Assets – High‑throughput chains such as Solana are poised for rapid expansion as tokenized assets become fully programmable and tradable.
Collectively, these forces point to a $16 trillion opportunity as DeFi and traditional finance converge.
MANTRA: A Dedicated RWA Platform
MANTRA (recently announced $OM, transitioning to $MANTRA) is an EVM‑compatible Layer‑1 built expressly for tokenizing and trading real‑world assets while meeting regulatory requirements.
- Recent milestones – A 1:4 ticker redenomination scheduled for 2 Mar 2026 follows a successful ERC‑20 migration with 94 % of supply now on‑chain.
- Capital actions – A $25 million token buy‑back forms part of a $45 million program to reinforce token value and investor confidence.
- Ecosystem growth – Launch of RWA vaults via Fluxtra, regulated spot DEX, perpetual contracts, and a dedicated launchpad on MANTRA Finance. A major U.S. institutional partnership is also in the pipeline.
- Strategic collaborations – Partnerships with SOMA Finance, Tritaurian, and a high‑profile UAE alliance (DAMAC Group – $1 bn) underscore its RWA focus.
Goldsky Integration: Faster Data for Developers
MANTRA’s partnership with Goldsky supplies production‑ready subgraphs and enterprise‑grade indexing for its EVM stack. Developers gain:
- Immediate access to low‑latency GraphQL APIs.
- Managed hosting, versioning, and webhook support.
- 24/7 reliability, allowing teams to concentrate on product innovation rather than infrastructure.
This data layer is critical for scaling tokenized‑asset applications that will eventually handle trillions of dollars in value.
Looking Forward
With a compliance‑first approach, a growing suite of RWA products, and infrastructure upgrades such as Goldsky’s indexing, MANTRA is positioned to capture a significant share of the tokenization market. As the sector matures, platforms that combine regulatory clarity with developer‑friendly tools will lead the transition of real assets onto blockchain.
References