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 According to real-world asset data firm RWA.xyz, the market value of blockchain-based investment products that tokenize U.S. Treasury bills, bonds, and money market funds has reached a staggering $614 million. This surge in demand for tokenized Treasurys among digital asset investors is driven by the fact that the yields on U.S. government bonds have surpassed those in decentralized finance (DeFi), which were adversely affected by the recent crypto market downturn. Source: RWA.xyz 
 As the crypto market experienced a decline in demand for borrowing and leverage, leading to plummeting DeFi yields, traditional finance (TradFi) witnessed a significant rise in bond yields. The Federal Reserve Bank raised interest rates to combat inflation, resulting in the highest level since 2007. In light of these market dynamics, a new wave of blockchain-based Treasury products has emerged, targeting sophisticated investors, digital asset firms, and decentralized autonomous organizations. 
 Jack Chong, a guest researcher at RWA.xyz, highlighted the notable shift in the macroeconomic landscape, which has prompted investors to redirect their exposure from crypto assets towards U.S. Treasuries. This move has been fueled by the broader trend of tokenizing real-world assets, which is anticipated to drive the market value of such assets to $5 trillion within the next five years, according to wealth management firm Bernstein. 
 In May 2023, Todayq news <a href="https://news.todayq.com/tokenized-u-s-treasury-bonds-gain-momentum-as-crypto-investors-seek-higher-yields/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">reported</a> a skyrocketing demand for tokenized versions of U.S. Treasury bonds. The increasing yields in traditional financial markets have enticed fresh capital from crypto investors, turning tokenized money market funds into a highly sought-after commodity. The collective market capitalization of these funds has nearly quadrupled this year alone, nearing the $500 million mark. 
 Money market funds, known for their investment in short-term government securities, offer a relatively safe avenue for earning yields. Investors are flocking to these funds, seeking safety amidst concerns about failing banks, and are enticed by interest rates of 4-5%, surpassing those of traditional bank deposits. Dissatisfied with low lending rates and the previous year’s bankruptcies, digital asset investors are now drawn to the high yields offered by government bonds. 
 To cater to this growing demand, numerous platforms have emerged, facilitating access to tokenized government bonds on the blockchain. Franklin Templeton’s Franklin OnChain U.S. Government Money Fund (FOBXX) was the pioneering and largest offering in this space. Its assets grew substantially, reaching $276 million by the end of April, nearly tripling the initial deposits represented by the BENJI token supply. 
 Other players have quickly gained market share. Ondo Finance’s OUSG and Matrixdock’s SBTB tokenized products, both backed by short-term government bonds, have attracted $132 million and $72 million in funds, respectively, since their launch in January. Even recent entrants like Backed Asset’s bIB01 tokenized short-term government bond fund and OpenEden’s TBILL tokens have experienced significant inflows, managing assets worth millions of dollars. Source : RWA.xyz 
 Tokenizing real-world assets, including government bonds, has emerged as a prominent trend in the crypto space this year. Major <a href="https://news.todayq.com/news/bny-mellon-survey-tokenization-will-change-asset-management/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">banks</a> such as <a href="https://news.todayq.com/jp-morgan-tries-tokenized-assets-for-international-transfers/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">JPMorgan</a> and Bank of America have hailed it as the “killer app” for blockchain technology, driving digital asset adoption. Hong Kong recently made history by successfully <a href="https://news.todayq.com/hong-kong-makes-history-with-worlds-first-tokenized-green-bond-sale/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">selling</a> the world’s first tokenized green bonds valued at $102 million. These government-issued bonds, governed by Hong Kong law, aim to finance environmentally beneficial projects and promote the city’s development as a sustainable finance hub in the Asia-Pacific region. The bond leverages GS DAP, a blockchain tokenization platform run by Goldman Sachs, contributing to the digitalization of capital markets and enhancing efficiency in debt issuances. 
 The increasing adoption of tokenized U.S. Treasury bonds signifies a shift in investment strategies within the crypto space. With traditional markets attracting capital from digital asset investors, these tokenized assets offer an attractive alternative by providing higher yields and a perceived sense of safety. As the market continues to evolve, the fusion of blockchain and traditional finance is poised to reshape the global investment landscape, paving the way for a more efficient and inclusive financial future. 
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