2/ š” Whatās driving RWAs?
Blockchain technology is fueling the tokenization of U.S. Treasuries, real estate, equities, and more. By 2030, the market could reach multi-trillion-dollar levels, according to @McKinsey.
The standout? Tokenized Treasury products like BlackRockās BUIDL Fund, which offer competitive yields in both TradFi and DeFi.
3/ š” Why RWAs Matter
Tokenization isn't just a tech trend; it brings real economic value. As highlighted in @BCGās report, here are some key advantages:
⢠šµ Unlocking idle capital: Instant asset settlement enables reuse, adding $50B in annual returns.
⢠┠Lowering transaction costs: Streamlined processes save investors $33B per year.
⢠š° Expanding access: Creates new yield opportunities by integrating with DeFi protocols, generating an additional $12B annually.
4/ š¦ How BUIDL Fund Works
The BUIDL Fund tokenizes low-risk assets like U.S. Treasury securities (bills, notes), cash, and securities backed by U.S. Treasury debt or cash through repurchase agreements.
Its structure involves top-tier stakeholders:
- Issuing Entity: BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund Ltd (BUIDL)
- Fund Manager: BlackRock Financial Management, Inc. @BlackRock
- Transfer Agent: Securitize, LLC @Securitize
- Placement Agent: Securitize Markets, LLC @Securitize
- Custodian: BNY Mellon @BNYglobal
- Auditor: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP @PwC
5/ š Subscription & Redemption
Investors can subscribe to BUIDL tokens using USDC, thanks to the integration with @ZeroHashX, which offers a native on-chain experience. Traditional transfers are also available. Tokens can be redeemed daily, combining seamless blockchain operations with off-chain compliance.
6/ š¹ Secondary Market with Circle
A key innovation of the BUIDL Fund is its partnership with Circle to enable a secondary market for BUIDL token liquidity.
š Seamless swaps: exchange BUIDL tokens for USDC at a 1:1 ratio, anytime.
š Enjoy 24/7/365 liquidity at your fingertips.
š¤ Powered by smart contracts, atomic swaps ensure flawless parity and settlements.
This game-changing partnership underscores @circleās pivotal influence in revolutionizing liquidity solutions for tokenized assets.
7/ š DeFi Integration Unleashed
DeFi powerhouses like @OndoFinance and @ethena_labs are tapping into BUIDL as collateral, offering investors indirect returns alongside Circleās lightning-fast liquidity.
However, the current token doesnāt mesh with the ERC-4626 DeFi vault standard.
To boost RWA token adaptability, @Securitize is teaming up with @elixirās ādeUSD RWA Institutional Programā to roll out ERC-4626-compatible āsTokenā vaults. These vaults double as collateral for minting deUSD and are ready for action in DeFi protocols accepting deUSD.
9/ š Future Outlook
BlackRockās BUIDL Fund is a milestone for institutional blockchain adoption. By advancing tokenization, it paves the way for global regulatory and technological standards.
The intersection of RWAs and DeFi is just getting started, and its impact will reshape global finance.
Whatās your take on the future of tokenization? Letās discuss!
š Full article here:
š medium.com/@kevinsslin/analyzing-global-rwa-development-trends-through-the-case-of-blackrocks-tokenized-fund-buidl-b1fc1f516e77