Emre Yumlu 
The Aptos blockchain has reached a major milestone in institutional adoption. Global asset management giant BlackRock has deployed an additional $500 million in tokenized assets on Aptos through its Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL). This move brings Aptos’ total real-world asset (RWA) volume to over $1.2 billion, placing it among the top three blockchains for RWA tokenization worldwide.
BlackRock Expands Its Tokenization Footprint
Created in partnership with Securitize, the BUIDL Fund focuses on low-risk, high-liquidity assets such as U.S. Treasury bonds, cash, and repurchase agreements. BlackRock’s first deployment of the fund took place on Ethereum in March 2024, marking the firm’s entry into blockchain-based liquidity solutions. In November 2024, the fund expanded to Aptos, highlighting the growing confidence in non-Ethereum networks.
With the latest $500 million deployment, Aptos now ranks as the second most adopted network for BUIDL allocations after Ethereum — a clear sign that BlackRock’s tokenization strategy is diversifying across multiple ecosystems.
Aptos Rises in Global RWA Rankings
Following this capital inflow, Aptos’ total RWA value has surged to approximately $1.22 billion. According to recent data, Ethereum leads the market with $12.09 billion in tokenized assets, followed by ZKsync Era with $2.36 billion. Aptos now holds the third spot, ahead of Polygon ($1.13 billion) and Arbitrum ($904 million).
Aptos has described this achievement as part of its mission to become “the chain to move what matters.” Initially known for its role in the 2022–2023 Layer-1 competition, the project is now regaining prominence through growing institutional engagement.
Why RWAs Are Gaining Institutional Traction
Real-world asset tokenization (RWA) refers to the process of representing traditional financial instruments — such as bonds or securities — as digital tokens on blockchain networks. This approach provides faster settlement, enhanced transparency, and 24/7 liquidity for institutional participants.
The increasing involvement of firms like BlackRock underscores how traditional finance and blockchain infrastructure are converging. Tokenized treasuries and money market funds are becoming some of the most active areas in on-chain finance, representing trillions in potential value over the coming years.
A New Era for Aptos
For Aptos, the $500 million addition represents more than just capital — it’s a validation of trust. As major financial institutions diversify beyond Ethereum, Aptos is emerging as a scalable and secure alternative for tokenized finance.
With over $1.2 billion in RWAs, Aptos is positioning itself as a key player in the institutional blockchain economy, potentially driving the next phase of adoption where tokenized assets become a mainstream component of global finance.
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