RWA

RWA (Real World Assets) refers to the tokenization of tangible assets—such as real estate, private credit, and government bonds—on the blockchain. By bringing traditional financial instruments on-chain, RWA protocols like Ondo and Centrifuge provide DeFi users with stable, real-yield opportunities. In 2026, the RWA sector is a multi-trillion-dollar bridge between TradFi and DeFi, enabling fractional ownership and global liquidity for previously illiquid assets. Follow this tag for insights into on-chain credit markets, regulatory compliance, and asset-backed security innovations.

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Created: 2026/02/02 18:52
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DeFi Development Corp Races to Raise $100M for SOL – ETF Green Light Next?

DeFi Development Corp Races to Raise $100M for SOL – ETF Green Light Next?

DeFi Development Corp, the first U.S. public company built around a Solana-based treasury strategy, has announced plans to raise $100 million through a private offering of convertible senior notes due in 2030. The deal, revealed Tuesday, comes as momentum builds around a possible green light for Solana exchange-traded funds (ETFs). DeFi Development Corp Doubles Down on Solana With $100M Raise Plan According to the company, the offering will be made to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A of the Securities Act. Buyers may also be granted an option to purchase an additional $25 million of the notes within 13 days of the initial issuance. 1/ Today, we announce a $100M private convertible note offering, with plans to accumulate more $SOL . 🚀 Here’s what it means. 🧵 pic.twitter.com/LGdJAuKDM6 — DeFi Dev Corp. (@defidevcorp) July 1, 2025 The notes, which will be unsecured and carry interest payable twice a year, mature on July 1, 2030. Prior to January 2030, they can only be converted under specific conditions. After that, conversion will be allowed at any time before maturity. Holders will have the option to convert into cash, company stock, or a mix of both, depending on terms set during pricing. DeFi Development Corp plans to use part of the funds to repurchase its own common stock through a prepaid forward agreement with one of the note purchasers. The rest of the proceeds will support general operations, including further accumulation of Solana (SOL), a central part of the company’s asset strategy. The structure of the offering also includes a hedge mechanism. Investors may use derivatives to hedge their exposure, potentially influencing the price of the company’s stock. These moves could affect the market not only at issuance but throughout the life of the notes, especially during any conversion windows. However, this fundraising effort follows a recent setback. On June 11, the company withdrew its $1 billion registration filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) after regulators found it ineligible for the streamlined S-3 form. The disqualification was due to a missing internal controls report in its latest Form 10-K. Originally filed in April, the S-3 was intended to raise capital to build a sizable SOL treasury, mirroring Strategy’s Bitcoin approach, with returns expected through long-term staking and asset appreciation. Despite the regulatory hiccup, DeFi Development Corp remains focused on executing its Solana-centric vision, now shifting to the private markets for funding. With SOL ETF Interest Building, DeFi Development Corp Plays Offense After 16% Stock Dip The fundraising push came shortly after DFDV’s stock fell 16% on June 24, indicating a strategic move to stabilize capital and reassure investors. The timing also aligns with growing institutional interest in Solana, as the SEC approaches key decisions on several crypto ETF proposals, among them, spot Solana ETFs that could further boost demand for the token. Analysts Eric Balchunas and James Seyffart of Bloomberg recently raised their approval odds for SOL, XRP, and LTC ETFs to near certainty, with final deadlines approaching in October. 📈 Bloomberg ETF analysts have sharply raised expectations for US approval of spot funds tracking Solana, Litecoin, and XRP. #ETFs #XRP https://t.co/dKK2ZIbW8c — Cryptonews.com (@cryptonews) July 1, 2025 A broader crypto index ETF could be approved even sooner. According to the analysts, the odds for that product hitting the market this week now sit at 95%. A wave of new altcoin ETFs, including for Dogecoin, Cardano, and Polkadot, could follow before year-end. On June 1, the Rex Shares–Osprey SOL + Staking ETF ($SSK) officially launched , becoming the first U.S. ETF to offer staking exposure. The fund meets regulatory requirements by allocating 40% of its assets to overseas-listed Solana products, sidestepping stricter rules under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Just a day earlier, the SEC approved Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) to convert into an ETF, giving indirect Solana exposure alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Cardano. 📈 SEC Approves Grayscale Conversion of the Digital Large Cap Fund, turning it into a spot ETF tracking Bitcoin, Ethereum and other majors. @Grayscale and @SECGov filings indicate trading will start soon, pending logistics. #ETF #Crypto 📊 https://t.co/tGWFaISU19 — Cryptonews.com (@cryptonews) July 1, 2025 With ETF speculation heating up and Solana-linked products gaining traction, DeFi Development Corp’s move indicates both a defensive and an opportunistic play. If ETF approval lands in the coming weeks, the firm could be positioned to capitalize on renewed demand for exposure to SOL. The offering, however, still depends on market conditions and final pricing agreements with institutional buyers. The company has not disclosed when the transaction will close.

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“There is no fix” for the U.S. debt, says ex-Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan — and it’s starting to show

“There is no fix” for the U.S. debt, says ex-Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan — and it’s starting to show

Is the U.S. quietly heading toward a soft default, not through missed payments, but via inflation and currency erosion, just as Srinivasan warns? The $175 trillion problem no one wants to touch On the surface, America’s official debt stands at…

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DeFi Development Corp discloses $112.5 million private placement to fund SOL purchases

DeFi Development Corp discloses $112.5 million private placement to fund SOL purchases

PANews reported on July 2 that according to The Block, Solana Ecosystem listed company DeFi Development Corp (stock code DFDV) disclosed details of a $112.5 million private placement, which will

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SHIB eyes surge; Promising $0.003 SHIB contender looks to redefine memecoin space

SHIB eyes surge; Promising $0.003 SHIB contender looks to redefine memecoin space

As Shiba Inu struggles, a bold new contender, XYZVerse, is winning over traders with its fusion of sports fandom and memecoin energy. #partnercontent

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Useless Coin rally at risk as whales and smart money start selling

Useless Coin rally at risk as whales and smart money start selling

Useless Coin’s price continued its strong rally this week, reaching a record high even as the broader crypto market retreated. Useless Coin (USELESS), a Solana (SOL)-based meme coin, rose to a high of $0.25, up nearly 1,000% from its May…

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Reconstructing the on-chain narrative: What new story is the Base ecosystem telling?

Reconstructing the on-chain narrative: What new story is the Base ecosystem telling?

  1. Recent changes in the Base ecosystem Since the end of May 2025, Base has ushered in a clear ecological "explosion period". The daily active addresses, TVL, and daily transaction

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Tether-Celsius lawsuit proceeds as judge rejects parts of Tether’s dismissal bid

Tether-Celsius lawsuit proceeds as judge rejects parts of Tether’s dismissal bid

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has ruled that Celsius Network’s lawsuit against Tether can proceed, rejecting key arguments Tether raised to dismiss the case. A U.S. bankruptcy judge in the Southern District of New York has ruled that Celsius Network’s lawsuit…

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Matrixport Ventures has invested $3 million in tokenized gold XAUm

Matrixport Ventures has invested $3 million in tokenized gold XAUm

PANews reported on July 2 that according to official news, Matrixport Ventures announced that it has included tokenized gold in its strategic portfolio allocation, a move aimed at further implementing

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Coin price first, what is the origin of the Ethereum Community Foundation (ECF)?

Coin price first, what is the origin of the Ethereum Community Foundation (ECF)?

Cannes’ “Abdication”: A new king challenges the old order In the world of Ethereum, power changes are often silent, hidden in difficult technical proposals and lengthy community meetings. However, in

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[LIVE] EthCC 8 Day Three: Builders Keep Pushing as Heat and Hangovers Set In

[LIVE] EthCC 8 Day Three: Builders Keep Pushing as Heat and Hangovers Set In

Welcome to Day Three of EthCC[8] in Cannes — where the sun blazes, the parties blur, and the crypto conversation never stops. By now, the late nights and Riviera heat might be catching up with everyone, but the show must go on — and today promises another full agenda of cutting-edge ideas, protocol deep-dives, and forward-looking discussions. Expect sessions on everything from zero-knowledge breakthroughs and scaling solutions to the rise of modular infrastructure and cross-chain interoperability. Builders, researchers, and founders are showing up strong, ready to push the envelope even further as we move deeper into Ethereum’s next chapter. We’ll be live-blogging all the essential moments — key insights, hot takes, and the smartest minds in the room. Stay hydrated, stay sharp, and stay with us as we bring you all the action from the floor in Cannes.

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