XRP News Today: Ripple's RWA Tokenization Efforts Validated by Robinhood

Coin WorldSaturday, May 10, 2025 5:18 am ET
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Crypto researcher SMQKE has brought renewed attention to Ripple’s real-world asset (RWA) tokenization efforts by sharing a notable excerpt from a Robinhood document dated January 2025. The document references Ripple’s success in tokenizing “hundreds of millions of dollars of RWAs on the XRP Ledger (XRPL),” positioning Ripple alongside global institutions such as

and in the tokenization space.

The document outlines the transformation of traditional finance through blockchain-enabled digital representation of assets. It stresses how tokenization boosts liquidity and efficiency, making historically illiquid assets like real estate and art more accessible. SMQKE emphasized the importance of Robinhood’s recognition, stating that the document “highlighted the success of Ripple’s tokenization of RWA on the XRPL,” and framed the perceived relationship between Robinhood and Ripple as institutional validation of XRP’s role in this growing sector.

According to the Robinhood paper, demand for tokenized assets is increasing across traditional finance. It notes that several major financial institutions have disclosed an intention to actively pursue the development and utilization of blockchain networks to facilitate the tokenization and transfer of RWAs. BlackRock’s BUIDL fund, which tokenizes U.S. Treasuries, is cited as an example. Immediately following that, the document acknowledges Ripple’s contribution to the space. The mention of Ripple is particularly significant due to XRPL’s inclusion as a dedicated infrastructure for RWA tokenization.

Unlike more generalized references to digital assets, Robinhood directly connects Ripple’s efforts to the XRPL, reinforcing its relevance as a blockchain optimized for financial-grade tokenization. A recent report highlighted XRP as an attractive asset to institutions, and this level of clarity in a mainstream financial document further enhances the legitimacy of XRP in institutional eyes.

The Robinhood document also references Goldman Sachs’ focus on tokenizing real estate and money market funds and cites a projection estimating that tokenized fund markets could approach $2 trillion by 2030, excluding stablecoins and cryptocurrencies. Ripple has predicted an even more ambitious target of $16 trillion by 2033, and other experts place the market’s potential value at $18.9 trillion by 2033. Recent reports suggest capturing just 20% of that market could send the asset as high as $54.

Ripple’s achievements and infrastructure are among the major players driving the transition from pilot programs to widespread institutional adoption. For XRP supporters, this validation adds weight to Ripple’s long-term strategy and potential market share. With real-world usage confirmed by a broker-dealer such as Robinhood and a clear role in facilitating tokenization via XRPL, Ripple is increasingly difficult to overlook in conversations about blockchain’s future in capital markets.