Today’s Insider ⬇️
🚀 Tokenization Boom: Standard Chartered sees $2T in tokenized RWAs by 2028, matching stablecoins
🤝 Stablecoin Push: Mastercard in advanced talks to acquire crypto startup Zerohash for nearly $2 billion
🏦 National Stablecoin: KRWQ launches as the first Korean won stablecoin on Base
Market Update
Market | Value | Day PnL | YTD |
Bitcoin | $106,652 | -3.42% | +48% |
Ethereum | $3,731 | -5% | +40% |
Solana | $180 | -7% | +3.36% |
XRP | $2.41 | -0.87% | +360% |
S&P 500 | $6,830 | -0.87% | +16.39% |
Gold | $4,022 | -2.36% | +53.30% |
1. Standard Chartered Predicts $2 Trillion Tokenized Asset Market by 2028
Tokenization boom: Standard Chartered predicts tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) will reach $2 trillion by 2028, driven by DeFi growth and stablecoin liquidity.
🔎 Insider Insight: The projected RWA boom, which, if it comes true, will mark a 57-fold increase from their current $35 billion value. This projection equally underscores DeFi's potential to disrupt traditional finance with tokenized assets, unlocking new liquidity. However, regulatory uncertainty remains a key obstacle that could hinder this rapid expansion.
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However, the most impressive aspect of BlockchainFX isn’t just its reward system. After surpassing the $10 million funding milestone, the platform has captured significant attention from early backers. Positioned as more than just a rewards-based platform, BlockchainFX aims to provide a seamless, unified trading experience tailored to meet the evolving needs of everyday traders.
Notably, users can trade all asset classes, including crypto, forex, commodities, indices, and stocks. This, combined with perks such as custom Visa cards, exclusive memberships, and trading credits of up to $25,000, makes BlockchainFX far more than just a trading platform.
💡 Pro Tip: With the $10 million milestone surpassed, BlockchainFX is proving its strong market appeal. At a presale price of $0.028, compared to the $0.05 launch price, $BFX offers an attractive entry point for early investors. With its focus on accessibility, innovation, and value, BlockchainFX positions itself as a compelling solution in the trading world, ensuring it’s more than just another token but rather a practical tool for modern traders.
2. Mastercard Eyes $2B Zerohash Acquisition Amid Stablecoin Push
Stablecoin push: Mastercard is in advanced talks to acquire blockchain infrastructure startup Zerohash for up to $2 billion, signaling a major push into the stablecoin sector.
🔎 Insider Insight: Mastercard’s potential acquisition reflects the growing race among payment giants to dominate stablecoin and blockchain infrastructure. With Visa expanding its stablecoin programs and Stripe’s recent acquisition, Mastercard is doubling down on crypto to stay competitive in the evolving payments landscape.
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3. KRWQ Launches as First Korean Won-Pegged Stablecoin on Base
National stablecoin: IQ and Frax have launched KRWQ, the first Korean won-pegged stablecoin on Coinbase’s Base Layer 2, designed for multichain transfers using LayerZero’s OFT standard.
🔎 Insider Insight: Though it is not yet available to South Korean residents due to pending stablecoin regulations, KRWQ’s launch marks a key step in South Korea’s push for local currency-pegged stablecoins as it prepares regulatory frameworks.
That’s all for today’s insight. Stay informed, and we’ll see you in tomorrow’s edition.
Till next time,
3Insiders Team
