With Donald Trump in office, DeFi's role gains new importance, particularly with integration into traditional finance. HTX Ventures releases a report on stablecoin and RWA-Fi prospects in this context.
Changes in Crypto Trading Environment and RWA Prospects
Gradual easing of crypto regulations facilitates greater institutional investor participation. Stablecoins and RWAs become bridges between traditional and decentralized finance. Stablecoin usage in blockchain reached over 50% by end-2024, crucial in international trade for cross-border payments. New US legislation is expected to drive this growth, attracting financial giants like PayPal and Stripe. RWA market sees growth with stable returns. Forecasts suggest it could reach $16 trillion by 2030.
Opportunities and Challenges for DeFi Projects
Stablecoins and RWA-Fi are becoming pillars of the new DeFi landscape. Projects are developing products for this environment. Key trends include Treasury-backed and volatility-driven approaches. Treasury-backed stablecoins, like USDY by Ondo Finance, use government bonds as collateral. Volatility approach is exemplified by Ethena. RWA integration in DeFi remains a challenge but allows risk mitigation. New projects explore RWA applications in sectors like private credit and institutional finance.
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The DeFi evolution in coming years will be shaped by stablecoins and RWA-Fi, opening new horizons for growth and innovation.
