Tokenized assets are emerging as a rapidly evolving sector within the crypto ecosystem. This frontier has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, driven by the significant influx of capital from major financial institutions such as BlackRock and J.P. Morgan. These corporations have been actively launching blockchain-based versions of traditional investment products, payments, and savings, responding to surging investor demand in the crypto industry.
Ethereum and Solana Boost Tokenization Growth
Token Terminal, an on-chain data platform, has reported that the tokenization sector has witnessed remarkable growth. This expansion is significantly attributed to existing platforms like Ethereum and Solana, which have become strategic hubs for both crypto start-ups and global financial institutions looking to launch financial products for a worldwide user base.
As of January 16, Token Terminal data indicates that over 2,100 tokenized assets have been deployed. The platform also noted that the sector has expanded to include more than 140 issuers across over 80 different blockchains, with more than 12 standardized metrics available per asset.
A recent report highlighted that the value of real-world assets on blockchain networks skyrocketed by 232% in 2025, reaching $18.6 billion, a substantial increase from $5.6 billion in 2024. This surge in growth is largely credited to the recent rise in institutional adoption and investments within the crypto space.
The past year saw traditional assets such as bonds, commodities, and private credit undergoing tokenization. Tokenized equities, in particular, experienced significant growth within the real-world asset (RWA) category, facilitating the integration of traditional stocks and ETFs onto the blockchain. Metals like Gold and Silver are also now publicly tradable as perpetual contracts on various exchanges.
In Asia, the United Arab Emirates has been exporting its real estate tokenization expertise to Georgia. PRYPCO Mint, recognized as the first licensed real estate tokenization platform in the UAE, has partnered with the Dubai Land Department and VARA (Dubai’s Virtual Regulatory Authority) to tokenize ownership certificates. The initial tokenized certificate attracted 224 investors from over 40 different nationalities, with an average investment of $2,900.
Furthermore, PRYPCO has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Justice of Georgia. This agreement mandates both parties to explore, develop, and implement an innovative real estate tokenization initiative in the U.S. state. In Europe, Swift has announced the successful completion of a tokenized assets pilot program in collaboration with BNP Paribas Securities Services, Intesa Sanpaolo, and Société Générale. This coalition focused on developing mechanisms for the exchange and settlement of tokenized bonds.
🏦⛓️ Tokenized assets represents the fastest-growing category in crypto.
Incumbent financial institutions, such as BlackRock and J.P. Morgan, are now launching blockchain-based versions of traditional payments, savings, and investment products.
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— Token Terminal 📊 (@tokenterminal) January 16, 2026
Crypto Executives Predict Continued Growth in Tokenization for 2026
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has predicted that tokenized assets will fundamentally redefine global trading activities. He previously stated that tokenized stocks are expected to enhance international access, continue to offer fractional stock purchases, and provide round-the-clock trading capabilities. Additionally, they will offer perpetual futures, real-time settlement, and novel governance innovations.
Armstrong has indicated that Coinbase developers are working on building an all-inclusive exchange platform designed to incorporate various financial markets beyond cryptocurrency, such as stocks and commodities, by 2026. This strategic plan aims to position Coinbase, primarily known as a cryptocurrency exchange, as a competitor in the stock and equities brokerage industry. Recently, Coinbase partnered with Kalshi, a rapidly growing prediction market, to advance the tokenization of betting and prediction markets.
Last year, Jesse Knutson, Head of Operations at Bitfinex Securities, also commented on the expected strong growth in real-world asset tokenization, particularly driven by emerging markets. Knutson explained that tokenization empowers retail investors by granting them access to investments that would otherwise be prohibitively costly, allowing them to own fractions of assets. He also noted that while organizations find it easier to provide fixed returns to investors, they often struggle to secure stable traditional funding, which is essential to fully benefit from asset tokenization.