Institutional RWA

Definition ∞ Real World Assets tokenized and held by large financial organizations. These assets, ranging from real estate to commodities, are represented as digital tokens on a blockchain, enabling fractional ownership and increased liquidity. This bridges traditional finance with decentralized ledger technology.
Context ∞ The tokenization of physical assets for institutional participants is a significant trend, aiming to bring greater efficiency and accessibility to traditionally illiquid markets. Debates focus on the legal frameworks required for secure ownership transfer and the interoperability of these digital representations with existing financial systems. Growth in this area signals increasing acceptance of blockchain technology within established financial structures.