The assets under management (AUM) in the field of tokenized financial instruments have surpassed $270 billion for the first time, reaching an all-time high. This data is provided by the analytical platform Token Terminal. Tokenized assets include tokenized currencies, commodities, treasury bonds, private credit, private equity, and venture investments.
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“The assets under management (AUM) in the tokenized asset segment reached an all-time high of around $270 billion, reported the analytical platform Token Terminal.”
Ethereum Maintains Leadership Among Blockchain Platforms
The Ethereum blockchain plays a key role in the development of tokenized assets, controlling over 55% of this market. The popularity of Ethereum is attributed to its mature smart contract ecosystem and the widespread use of ERC-20 standards for token creation. Among the largest tokenized assets on this platform are the stablecoins USDT, USDC, and the BUIDL fund from BlackRock, implemented through a partnership with Securitize.
The development of specialized standards, particularly ERC-3643, has opened up opportunities for the tokenization of real assets, including real estate and art. This allows institutional investors to access new financial instruments, marking an increase in market efficiency and transparency.
Institutional Interest and Market Events
Institutional players have become the main drivers of growth in the tokenized asset sector, utilizing blockchain to optimize financial operations. Key events in recent months include the integration of the BlackRock BUIDL tokenized fund with the DeFi protocol Euler Finance in May, and the shift of cryptocurrency companies from stablecoins to tokenized treasury funds due to their attractive yields and stability.
The market for tokenized equities is also showing rapid growth, with its capitalization exceeding $403 million. Leading fintech companies, such as eToro, are already preparing to launch their own tokenized products on Ethereum, further stimulating innovation in the sector.
According to a forecast by Deloitte, by 2035, the market for tokenized real estate could reach $4 trillion, indicating significant potential for further development in this area.