The tokenized gold market has surged past $4 billion, significantly contributing to Ethereum’s Real-World Asset (RWA) market, which now exceeds $15 billion.
Ethereum’s real-world asset (RWA) market has grown significantly, reaching $15 billion and accounting for 58% of the global RWA market. This expansion is largely driven by the increasing popularity of tokenized gold.
“Tokenized gold, such as PAX Gold (PAXG) or Tether Gold (XAUT), offers investors the security of owning fully backed physical bullion while enjoying the liquidity and portability of digital assets,” according to ARKM Research. This blend of traditional and digital finance facilitates a seamless transition for investors seeking stability and growth.
Gold-backed tokens are now competing directly with leading crypto derivatives, shedding their niche status. Tether Gold (XAUT) is the largest tokenized gold token by market capitalization, backed by physical gold stored in Swiss vaults. Meanwhile, Paxos Gold (PAXG) is regulated by the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), with each token backed by one troy ounce of gold.
In addition to gold, the on-chain perpetual futures trading market for gold and silver, exemplified by platforms like TradeXYZ, has seen record levels of interest and volume in recent months, further indicating the growing appetite for tokenized commodities.
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Source: https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/real-world-assets-on-ethereum-top-usd15-billion
