Tokenization and onchain yield reshape global capital markets

The landscape of capital markets is undergoing a significant transformation through the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) and the evolution of onchain yield strategies. The market for tokenized RWAs has seen substantial growth, reaching approximately $43 billion by mid-2026, with projections from Boston Consulting Group suggesting the market could reach $16.1 trillion by 2030.

Major financial institutions are increasingly integrating these technologies. Nasdaq has secured SEC approval to trade tokenized versions of Russell 1000 stocks and ETFs, while the NYSE has named Securitize as a digital transfer agent for its upcoming platform. BlackRock’s tokenized Treasury fund, BUIDL, and J.P. Morgan’s Kinexys platform represent significant institutional moves into the space.

As capital moves onchain, investor focus is shifting from merely chasing high annual percentage yields (APY) to understanding the underlying mechanics, security, and verifiability of yield. Platforms like Shyft are addressing this by providing sophisticated infrastructure for managing onchain strategies across crypto, real estate, and gold. Similarly, providers like Blockmaze are offering regulated infrastructure to help brokers and wealth managers tokenize assets without building compliance systems from scratch.