CoinShares Forecasts Tokenized RWAs Surge, Capturing Trillions from TradFi in 2026

Quick Breakdown

• CoinShares sees tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) like US Treasuries leading crypto growth in 2026, pulling trillions of dollars out of traditional finance.​
• Institutional demand for on-chain yields surges, with platforms enabling 24/7 trading and instant settlements.​
• RWAs bridge TradFi and DeFi, providing compliant access to bonds and equities on blockchains such as Ethereum.​

 

US asset manager CoinShares projects that tokenized real-world assets will anchor the crypto sector’s expansion next year. Their 2026 outlook highlights RWAs, especially US Treasuries, as key drivers, expecting trillions in capital inflows from institutional players seeking higher yields and efficiency. This shift follows regulatory clarity and advances in blockchain that make tokenization scalable for bonds, real estate, and equities.

Our 2026 Outlook is here. Digital assets enter the new year with shifting market structure, deeper institutional flows and a macro backdrop that finally matters again.

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— CoinShares (@CoinSharesCo) December 8, 2025

Tokenized treasuries fuel institutional shift

CoinShares anticipates tokenized US Treasuries will attract pension funds and banks, offering on-chain versions of safe-haven assets with real-time liquidity. Platforms already hold over $5 billion in tokenized Treasuries, up from $1 billion earlier this year, signalling rapid adoption. Yields remain competitive at 4-5%, outpacing bank deposits amid falling rates, while smart contracts automate compliance and custody. This move reduces settlement times from days to seconds, cutting costs for global investors.​

Broader RWA ecosystem takes shape

The tokenization of Real-World Assets (RWAs) is poised for significant growth, extending beyond Treasuries to include private credit and equities. Major firms like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton are already piloting initiatives on Ethereum and Solana. 

CoinShares notes that regulatory frameworks, such as MiCA, are facilitating this cross-border expansion, as evidenced by trends like Kraken’s tokenized stocks in Europe. Despite persistent challenges with off-chain dependencies and oracle reliability, CoinShares considers these issues part of the technology’s maturation process. According to Boston Consulting Group estimates cited in the report, the total RWA market capitalization could reach $16 trillion by 2030.

 

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