Bitcoin News Today: Franklin Templeton Tokenized Fund Live on BounceBit Boosts RWA Integration

Franklin Templeton’s tokenized U.S. government money market fund is now live on BounceBit, marking a significant advancement in the integration of real-world assets (RWA) into the blockchain ecosystem. The launch, confirmed by BounceBit on August 5 via its BB Prime platform, represents a key step in expanding structured yield strategies that blend institutional-grade collateral with programmable logic [1]. The platform, supported by Blockchain Capital and YZi Labs, now enables investors to use the tokenized fund as both a yield-bearing asset and a collateral asset across multiple exchange venues [2].

The tokenized fund, part of Franklin Templeton’s OnChain U.S. Government Money Fund, offers a current yield of approximately 4.5%. This dual-yield structure provides investors with a baseline return from the fund itself and additional opportunities for yield generation within BounceBit’s ecosystem [3]. The fund, which operates on multiple blockchain networks including Ethereum, Solana, and Avalanche, now holds $692 million in assets, making it one of the largest institutional-grade tokenized products in the market [4].

This integration enhances capital efficiency by allowing investors to deploy the tokenized assets in a variety of yield strategies without transferring the underlying collateral. BounceBit emphasizes that the launch sets the stage for BB Prime to evolve into a primary venue for tokenized RWA transactions, governed by institutional-grade security and blockchain transparency [5]. The platform aims to offer seamless, secure, and scalable solutions for institutional and sophisticated investors seeking to access diversified yield opportunities in a regulated environment [6].

The move reflects a broader trend of traditional financial institutions embracing tokenization to improve liquidity and accessibility. Alongside Franklin Templeton, firms such as BlackRock, Fidelity, and Janus Henderson have also entered the tokenized asset space, contributing to the growth of onchain markets for assets ranging from U.S. Treasuries to corporate bonds [7]. BounceBit is also preparing to launch tokenized stock products in key global markets, positioning itself in direct competition with platforms like Robinhood and eToro [8].

Franklin Templeton’s tokenized money market fund, introduced in 2021 as part of its BENJI product suite, now benefits from the backing of Anchorage Digital Bank. This collaboration strengthens the fund’s credibility and expands its operational scope, supporting further innovation in the convergence of traditional finance and blockchain technology [9].

The launch signifies a pivotal moment for the RWA market, as more institutional-grade assets transition onto blockchain networks. Platforms like BounceBit are emerging as key facilitators of this transition, enabling investors to access new financial instruments with enhanced efficiency and transparency. As the market continues to evolve, such integrations are likely to shape the future of asset management and yield generation in the digital asset space [10].

Source:

[1] https://btc-pulse.com/franklin-templetons-tokenized-money-market-fund-goes-live-on-bouncebit/

[2] https://holder.io/news/bouncebit-franklin-templeton-tokenized-fund-yield-platform/

[3] https://coinness.com/th/news/79237

[4] https://crypto.news/franklin-templetons-tokenized-money-market-fund-expands-to-bouncebit/

[5] https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/08/05/aptos-backed-decibel-unveils-on-chain-trading-platform-with-cex-speed

[6] https://x.com/BounceBitClub/status/1952719656273526857

[7] https://m.economictimes.com/crypto-news-today-live-05-aug-2025/liveblog/123103087.cms

[8] https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/bouncebit-adds-franklin-templeton-tokenized-130000564.html