RWA Token Market Soars 260%, Hits $23B Amid US Regulatory Clarity

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- The RWA token market grew by 260% in the first half of 2025.
- Valuation surpasses $23 billion amid increasing regulatory clarity in the US.
On June 5, 2025, Cointelegraph reported that the market for real-world asset (RWA) tokens surged by 260% in the first half of 2025, with its total valuation now exceeding $23 billion. Cointelegraph attributes this rise to heightened regulatory clarity in the United States, which has facilitated broader adoption of blockchain-based financial products.
Tokenized private credit and tokenized US Treasury debt are the primary drivers of the market's substantial growth, as these two segments dominate the market, accounting for approximately 58% and 34% of the market share respectively. Recent favorable regulatory developments within the US crypto space have also contributed to the appreciation in RWA tokens.
Although RWA tokens currently lack a dedicated regulatory framework and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) considers them securities, the sector continues to benefit. For instance, many perceive the SEC's newest guidance on cryptocurrency staking, issued on May 29, 2025, as a positive step toward more sensible regulation, supporting the industry's ascension.
This development illustrates blockchain technology's increasing acceptance and integration into the traditional financial system, a trend driven by evolving regulatory landscapes that clarify the operational conditions for new financial products.
Meanwhile, CoinMarketCap reports that as of June 5, 11:08 UTC, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $104,713.365, and its 24-hour trading volume shows a -1.017% change.
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