Glossary

Stablecoins, RWA & Tokenization

What is liquidity risk in tokenized real-world assets?

Liquidity risk in tokenized real-world assets is the chance you cannot sell a token quickly at a fair price because too few buyers exist. Tokenizing an asset like property or private credit does not by itself create a deep market, so demand can be thin. For example, you might hold a tokenized real-estate unit but find no buyer for weeks, forcing a discount to exit. This is a genuine risk and tokenized RWAs can lose value; understanding how an asset trades before you commit is part of disciplined allocation.

Crypto investments are subject to market risk and volatility. Past performance is not indicative of future returns. This is general information, not investment advice — consider your own circumstances or consult a qualified adviser before investing.

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