Ripple Dominates $1 Billion Tokenization Market with Issuance on XRP Ledger Soaring by 2260%
XRP Ledger Embraces the Tokenized Real-World Asset Revolution
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has witnessed a remarkable surge in the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs), with the total value of these assets skyrocketing by over 2,200% in just six months, reaching approximately $118 million as of mid-2025 [1][2][3]. This rapid expansion is a testament to the growing institutional adoption and enterprise interest in blockchain tokenization, driven by XRPL's fast transaction speeds, minimal fees, and integrated decentralized exchange features [2].
Institutions such as Mercado Bitcoin and BNY Mellon have engaged with XRPL for tokenizing financial instruments and stablecoin custody, signalling a deepening integration with traditional finance [2]. The XRPL's DeFi ecosystem is also thriving, with Total Value Locked (TVL) rising to around $92 million, stablecoin market caps increasing, and average daily transactions exceeding 1.7 million, further illustrating the ledger's growing utility in finance and asset tokenization [1][2].
Looking ahead to 2030, while direct quantitative market share forecasts for XRPL’s tokenized RWAs are not explicitly documented, several indicators suggest strong growth potential. These include continued global expansion by Ripple in key regions, strategic partnerships, the predictable supply dynamics of XRP itself, and XRP's role in Ripple’s On-Demand Liquidity service [1][4].
Given these trends, by 2030 XRPL could capture a significant share of the global tokenized real-world asset market, especially as institutional adoption expands and more real-world assets (bonds, real estate, commodities) move onto blockchains offering low fees, compliance tools, and fast settlement like XRPL [2][4].
Key Takeaways
- Tokenized RWAs on XRPL have experienced explosive growth, with the total value reaching approximately $118 million as of mid-2025.
- XRPL's fast transaction speeds, minimal fees, and integrated decentralized exchange features have attracted institutional adoption.
- Strategic partnerships and global expansion suggest strong growth potential for XRPL's tokenized RWAs market share by 2030.
[1] Source: CoinGecko [2] Source: CoinDesk [3] Source: Ripple Insights [4] Source: Ripple's Q2 2021 Report [5] Source: Ripple's Q3 2021 Report
The XRP Ledger's (XRPL) growth in tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs) has attracted institutional interest from finance giants like Mercado Bitcoin and BNY Mellon, signifying the integration of traditional finance and blockchain technology. By 2030, with its fast transaction speeds, minimal fees, and integrated decentralized exchange features, XRPL could capture a significant share of the global cryptocurrency market, particularly in the tokenized RWA sector.
