Real World Assets (RWA) represent one of the most promising sectors in cryptocurrency, bridging traditional finance with decentralized ecosystems. While early projects delivered strong returns in 2024, the RWA market remains nascent, offering substantial long-term opportunities. 

Analysts, cited by Altcoin Buzz, project the sector could reach a $30 trillion valuation by 2030, driven by institutional adoption and regulatory advancements. Despite market fluctuations, RWAs continue gaining traction, positioning the sector as a critical investment theme.

Top 5 RWA Projects for 2025–Profiled

Clearpool (CPL): Decentralized Institutional Credit

Clearpool operates the first decentralized credit marketplace for under-collateralized institutional lending, integrating TradFi credit markets onto blockchains to enhance liquidity. Its upcoming Poseidon Testnet and mainnet launch aim to further strengthen its ecosystem. 

Clearpool’s RWA Exchange-Traded Pool (Port) offers ETF-style exposure with DeFi flexibility. A regulatory license from Singapore’s MAS enables Clearpool to function as a compliant TradFi gateway. Partnerships with entities like BlackRock-backed Mountain USDM and Jane Street signal strong institutional backing.

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Ondo Finance (ONDO): Tokenizing Treasuries and Yield

Ondo Finance leads in tokenized treasuries, offering yield-bearing stablecoins (like USDY) and institutional-grade products. Backed by firms including BlackRock, Google, and Mastercard, Ondo saw rapid growth in 2024, reportedly holding $4 billion in tokenized U.S. treasuries with TVL exceeding $1 billion.

The OSG tokenized treasury saw a reported 60% price surge over 30 days, while USDY climbed 50% in the same period. Innovations like Ono Nexus for instant treasury liquidity and plans for a dedicated Layer 1 blockchain position Ondo for further expansion.

Sui (SUI): Ecosystem Growth & DeFi Infrastructure

Sui continues its strong momentum despite market volatility, surpassing $1 billion in TVL and approaching $1.5 billion. Key innovations include DeepBook (a liquidity aggregator) and Walrus (a decentralized data storage solution).

Its growing ecosystem, including memecoins, adds diversity. With robust DeFi applications and ongoing tech advancements, Sui presents exposure to infrastructure potentially supporting RWA growth.

Plume (PLM): A Dedicated RWA Layer 1

While many RWA projects use Ethereum, Plume developed its own Layer 1 blockchain focused on RWA scalability, compliance, and interoperability. With over 180 projects reportedly building on its network, Plume attracts institutional investment, backed by firms like Brevan Howard and Binance Labs. 

Initiatives like Plume Skylink facilitate cross-chain yield distribution across 18 networks (including Solana, Injective). An AI-powered RWA tokenization partnership with AGIX and Stobox underscores its focus on innovation.

Mantra (OM): Institutional & Retail RWA Focus

Mantra ranks among the larger RWA projects by market cap, serving both institutional and retail users via its own Layer 1 blockchain for enhanced security and scalability. 

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The OM token has shown strong price performance relative to peers like Ondo, making it noteworthy. Despite some past controversy regarding airdrops, its long-term outlook is viewed positively by proponents, positioning it as a significant player in the RWA space.