ChainCatcher reports that Electric Capital’s latest research analyzed 501 real-world asset income sources and found that only 34 had on-chain volumes exceeding $50 million, primarily concentrated in U.S. Treasuries, private credit, and corporate bonds. The remaining 93% are hindered by seven major barriers, including legal structures and entity integration issues. The report identifies distribution channels as the primary bottleneck: among 35 non-stablecoin RWA assets with on-chain yields, only two have more than 2,000 holders, and ownership is highly concentrated. For example, BlackRock’s BUIDL is controlled by its top ten holders, who account for 98% of the supply.
Electric Capital Report: 93% of Real-World Yield Sources Are Not in DeFi
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Real-world assets (RWA) news from Electric Capital shows that 93% of yield sources remain outside DeFi. The report reviewed 501 real-world yield sources and found only 34 with over $50 million in on-chain exposure, mostly in U.S. treasuries and corporate bonds. Legal and distribution challenges hinder broader adoption. Only two non-stablecoin RWA assets across 35 chains have more than 2,000 holders. BlackRock’s BUIDL is 98% controlled by the top ten wallets. DeFi exploit risks remain high due to low liquidity and concentration.
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