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Tokenized real-world assets triple to $7.4B as DeFi deposits sink 15%

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7 August 2026

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Fintech

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Read at en.cryptonomist.ch

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Fusion42 · 29 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Deposits in tokenized real-world assets within DeFi have tripled to $7.4 billion over the past year despite a 15% decline in total DeFi deposits, indicating a structural shift towards tokenized Treasury and multi-strategy funds.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech.

◆ The Wire takeaway

Capital flows in DeFi have clearly shifted towards tokenized real-world assets, opening fresh pathways for fintech founders focused on government debt or yield-backed tokens to tap a growing pool of investment despite broader market contractions.

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