
The tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) presents opportunities for Decentralized Finance (DeFi) users to earn yield via blockchain protocols.
As of 2025, real-world assets such as real estate and bonds are finding their way into the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem powered by blockchain technology. Property, treasury bills, and invoices are on the verge of tokenization for usage in DeFi protocols.
A recent report by Ripple Labs and BCG revealed that the tokenization market could hit $19 trillion by 2033.
So, where can you access and earn from RWAs
DeFi protocols like Centrifuge, MakerDao, and Goldfinch have pioneered the integration of RWAs in their Ecosystems. For instance, MakerDao allows users to earn yield via tokenized U.S. treasury bonds, enabling them to gain exposure to such investments in a decentralized manner.
Using blockchain protocols, real data on ownership and market trends in RWAs is available on-chain for users to access their assets at all times.

With the total value locked (TVL) on RWAs projected to grow exponentially over the next decade, it could be a high time for investors to consider this emerging asset class into the future.
[…] Asset tokenization is a key aspect of Web3 and the future of the digital economy. BlackRock, the largest asset manager in the world, has acknowledged the shift in modern finance, fuelled by a rising desire for digital assets. Investors can now own a whole or a part of a real-world asset located in their dream locations across the globe without physical relocation, through the concept of tokenization. […]
[…] to him, Goldman Sachs is considering expanding to crypto trading by exploring the tokenization of Real-World Assets. This will allow market activity to continue beyond office hours as the world shifts into 24-hour […]
[…] tokenized RWAs market has 189 issuers so far, signalling a heightened fusion of crypto and traditional assets. […]