RWA Group Launches World's First Non Financial Asset Trading Platform in Hong Kong
PRNewswire reported on July 21, 2025 that RWA Group announced the launch of what it claims is the world's first Real World Assets trading platform dedicated to non-financial assets. The platform will officially launch in early August 2025. RWA Group, formerly known as NFT China, operates as a subsidiary of Digital Collection China (Hong Kong) Limited and is headquartered at Hong Kong Science Park.
The platform aims to achieve compliant digitization, efficient trading, and global circulation of non-financial assets through blockchain technology. According to founder Fu Rao Tony, the platform will integrate ERC-3643 token standards and stablecoins to enable digitization and circulation of real-world non-financial assets. The company has been positioning itself in the RWA sector since 2023 and has piloted innovative RWA financial solutions in the Greater Bay Area.
Why This Platform Matters
The launch addresses a structural gap in the current market for non-financial asset tokenization. The Digital Banker explains that the platform will operate on the ERC-3643 token standard, which includes identity verification and transfer control rules aimed at institutional users. The platform will support stablecoin settlement across multiple blockchain ecosystems including EVM-compatible chains, Solana, and TRON.
The platform follows a combined "RWA exchange + e-commerce" model where issuers can tokenize physical goods while users can redeem tokens for underlying items. This approach connects blockchain-based finance with real-world consumption and inventory. The firm targets sectors underserved by traditional financing, particularly small manufacturers transitioning to smart robotics. RWA Group has already piloted token-based funding mechanisms in the Greater Bay Area, connecting inventory tokenization with capital access.
Industry Market Context
The launch comes during a period of rapid growth in RWA tokenization globally. CoinGeek reports that the market for tokenized RWA is expected to reach $50 billion in 2025, following a 32% annual growth rate in 2024. The influx of traditional financial institutions will be the biggest drivers of adoption, with investment giant BlackRock leading initiatives for RWA tokenization.
Hong Kong specifically has positioned itself as a leader in RWA tokenization. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority launched Project Ensemble in August 2024, a regulatory sandbox enabling financial institutions to experiment with tokenized real-world assets. The territory has also implemented new stablecoin regulations that took effect on August 1, 2025, creating a comprehensive framework for digital asset operations. Industry experts predict Hong Kong's tokenized asset market could reach HKD 36 trillion, making it a significant hub for global RWA development.
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