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As real-world asset (RWA) tokenization gains momentum in 2025, industry leaders emphasize that maintaining a 1:1 peg between digital tokens and physical assets depends more on legal frameworks than technological solutions. Adam Levi of Backed Finance notes that unlike meme coins, RWA tokens require enforceable legal commitments under strong regulatory oversight. 【Market data shows 260% growth in RWA tokenization this year】, yet adoption remains constrained by regulatory gaps and operational complexities.
TZero's Alan Konevsky highlights a critical distinction: while financial instruments can be fully automated, physical assets like real estate still require traditional intermediaries. ——"Tokenization doesn't eliminate the need for trusted custodians,"—— Konevsky explains. Stobox's research identifies the British Virgin Islands and Wyoming as top jurisdictions for tokenization deals, though Singapore's advanced regulatory environment remains underutilized for such transactions.
Ross Shemeliak proposes "data-rich RWA tokens" as a solution to transparency challenges. These tokens embed dynamic asset information directly on-chain, including valuation updates and legal status. Platforms like Backed Finance and Centrifuge already implement such systems using Chainlink's proof-of-reserves technology. 【Only 2% of global tokenization deals currently leverage Singapore's robust legal framework】, suggesting significant growth potential in regulated markets.
The industry consensus reveals a dual requirement: robust legal structures must complement blockchain infrastructure. Levi emphasizes that ——"smart contracts alone cannot guarantee asset backing"—— without regulatory enforcement. As the market matures, expect tighter integration between traditional financial compliance and decentralized technology, particularly for high-value assets like commercial real estate and institutional debt instruments.