Catenaa, Tuesday, July 15, 2025-Mercado Bitcoin, a leading Latin American crypto exchange, announced plans to tokenize $200 million in real-world assets (RWAs) on the XRP Ledger (XRPL).
The tokenization includes fixed-income and equity financial instruments, marking a significant push toward bridging traditional finance and blockchain.
The move aligns with growing industry efforts to expand tokenized asset offerings amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty in the United States.
Ripple, the company behind XRPL, highlighted the initiative, which taps into a market projected by Boston Consulting Group to reach $19 trillion by 2033.
In related developments, DeFi protocol Ondo Finance acquired Oasis Pro, a US-regulated alternative trading system authorized for digital securities settlement in both fiat and stablecoins.
Meanwhile, blockchain firm Centrifuge announced plans to tokenize the S&P 500 index, further demonstrating momentum for tokenized securities.
Despite enthusiasm, regulatory clarity remains a challenge. Experts warn that tokenized equities often lack traditional shareholder rights such as voting and claims on company assets\
Investors must carefully assess token-specific terms including cash flow rights, dividends, and smart contract risks before committing capital.
Industry leaders like BlackRock CEO Larry Fink have called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to approve stock and bond tokenization, signaling growing institutional interest in digital asset frameworks.
Mercado Bitcoin’s latest tokenization effort underscores the expanding role of blockchain in reshaping global financial markets through digitized real-world assets.
