$18.9 trillion by 2033.

That’s the projected size of the tokenized real-world asset ($RWA) market, according to a new Ripple x BCG report.

What we're witnessing isn’t just another crypto narrative—it’s the next evolution of global finance. As traditional assets move onchain, the lines between TradFi and DeFi are starting to blur.

Here’s a breakdown of last week’s biggest stories shaping the future of asset tokenization 👇🧵

@Grayscale Considers @plumenetwork
Grayscale has added $PLUME to its list of assets under review for potential investment products. This suggests rising institutional interest in RWA-native blockchains. $Plume’s inclusion signals growing mainstream acceptance of tokenized asset platforms.

$RWA Market Surpasses $20 Billion
Despite a weak crypto market, tokenized real-world assets have topped $20 billion in total value locked. Investors are leaning toward yield-generating, asset-backed tokens as safer options. Analysts now see RWAs as one of the most resilient areas in Web3.

@BinanceResearch : RWAs Seen as Safer Than Bitcoin
New research from Binance reveals that investors now view RWAs as safer than Bitcoin during economic tensions. With BTC showing a stronger correlation to equities, stable asset-backed tokens are gaining appeal. $RWA protocols and centralized exchanges are proving more resilient in volatile markets.

Apollo invests in @plumenetwork
Apollo Global Management has made a seven-figure investment in $Plume Network, a blockchain built for real-world asset ($RWA) tokenization. With over 18 million testnet wallets, $Plume is emerging as a key player in institutional onchain finance. Apollo’s move highlights growing interest in tokenizing traditional assets.