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Sergey Shendetskyi

26.03.2026

RBA builds infrastructure for tokenized asset markets — RBA explores tokenized asset use

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is stepping up its efforts in the tokenized asset space, moving from experimentation toward practical implementation. The Acacia project has shown that the discussion has moved beyond theory and is approaching real-world integration into the financial system.

According to the regulator, tokenization could generate up to AUD 24 billion annually for the economy. These estimates were published on the RBA’s website. Interest in the topic is growing not only domestically but also globally.

From experiments to implementation

A key takeaway from Project Acacia is that the central question is no longer whether tokenization has a future, but how it will be implemented. As RBA Deputy Governor Brad Jones stated:

“First, we no longer see the main question as whether tokenization has a future in Australia’s financial system, but rather, how.”

The research indicates that such tools can speed up settlements, reduce operational risks, and simplify processes in wholesale markets. This includes faster transfer of ownership, reduced reliance on intermediaries, and the use of programmable contracts.

The next step will be the launch of a Digital Financial Market Infrastructure (DFMI) sandbox. This environment will allow participants to test tokenized assets and money in conditions close to real markets. At the same time, the RBA is working with ASIC and AUSTRAC to address regulatory gaps and align oversight approaches.

Particular focus is being placed on the interaction between different forms of digital money — including stablecoins, tokenized bank deposits, and a potential wholesale CBDC.

Why it matters

Australia is already laying the foundation for an institutional tokenized asset market. According to RWA.xyz, the market has reached $27.5 billion, growing by 234% over the past year despite broader crypto market weakness.

Global projections are even more ambitious. McKinsey estimates that tokenized assets could approach $2 trillion by 2030. Early adoption could therefore give countries a competitive advantage in shaping the future financial system.

Infrastructure remains the key challenge. Without clear rules, synchronized settlement systems, and coordination between market participants, tokenization will remain stuck in pilot phases. This is where the RBA is currently focusing its efforts.

If successful, Australia’s approach could serve as a model for other jurisdictions. Otherwise, the market risks fragmentation and limited institutional participation.

At the same time, Australia is tightening regulation. A Senate committee has already backed a proposal requiring crypto platforms to obtain financial licenses. This signals that digital assets are becoming part of the traditional financial system, with unified rules for market participants.

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