- John E. Deaton sees tokenized RWAs as a tool to bypass banks and open investment opportunities, fostering financial independence.
- Crypto leaders like Brian Armstrong and Jesse Pollak highlight the surge in on-chain borrowing, signaling real-world adoption of DeFi.
- Mantra’s $108M fund and Dubai’s VASP license position it as a major player in tokenized asset infrastructure and DeFi growth.
John E. Deaton believes tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) could help reduce the wealth gap in the United States. During his Senate campaign, he highlighted two reasons for supporting crypto. First, it cuts out predatory middlemen such as banks and companies like MoneyGram. Second, it offers a new path to financial independence as real estate becomes increasingly unaffordable. Deaton joins top crypto voices like Brian Armstrong and Brad Garlinghouse in supporting RWA tokenization as the future of finance.
Besides advocating for crypto’s potential, Deaton sees tokenized assets as a way to democratize ownership. Fractional asset ownership could offer access to previously unattainable investment opportunities. Consequently, more individuals may achieve financial freedom without relying on traditional wealth-building methods.
Major Players Align on RWA Tokenization
Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, recently emphasized that every asset class is moving toward tokenization. Moreover, he predicts massive growth in on-chain borrowing and lending. Jesse Pollak echoed this view, citing nearly $100 million in Bitcoin on Base from Coinbase users. These users have begun borrowing USDC on-chain, creating a powerful financial loop.
This growing adoption signals a shift in capital flows. As decentralized finance (DeFi) becomes more intuitive, capital will continue to flow into blockchain ecosystems. This trend is no longer speculative. Real-world utility is now driving DeFi’s next growth phase.
Mantra Ecosystem Fund Backs RWA Revolution
The Mantra blockchain network has also taken a major step. It launched a $108,888,888 ecosystem fund focused on tokenized RWAs and DeFi. The Mantra Ecosystem Fund (MEF) will support high-potential blockchain startups over the next four years.
Additionally, Mantra secured backing from institutional investors like Brevan Howard Digital, Laser Digital, and Valor Capital. CEO John Patrick Mullin stated the fund will invest globally across all development stages. Moreover, projects focusing on DeFi applications and infrastructure will receive special attention.
The fund launch follows Mantra’s VASP license from Dubai’s VARA. Hence, it now operates under one of the world’s most forward-thinking regulatory environments. Mantra aims to become the global infrastructure layer for tokenized assets, aligning with the broader tokenization trend.
