1. What are RWAs?
Real-world assets, RWAs, represent assets such as property, government bonds and artwork converted into blockchain tokens.
2. Types of RWA
- Tokenized government bonds: US Treasuries traded on-chain; the source cites ONDO and BUIDL.
- Real estate: Fractional building ownership can allow smaller investments.
- Private funds: Tokenization of institutional funds.
- Carbon credits: Tokenized emissions allowances.
3. Market size
📊 Growth figures quoted in the source
2023: $5 billion.
2026 projection: more than $50 billion.
2030 projection: $16 trillion, attributed to Boston Consulting Group.
The guide describes major institutions including BlackRock and JPMorgan as active participants.
4. RWAs and AI
The source argues that RWA growth increases liquidity across blockchain markets, expanding opportunities for AI trading.