Tokenized Gold: Bringing the King of Commodities on-chain with Tvvin

05/07/24 • 77 min

“Stablecoins are the OG of real-world asset tokenization; now hard assets like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are the next wave of adoption for both institutional and retail investors.”

Thomas Tallis, co-founder of Tvvin, shares his background and the journey that led him to create novel financial tools in the blockchain space. He discusses the importance of real world asset tokenization and the role it plays in the macro trade on-chain. Tallis emphasizes the value of gold as a stable asset and explains how Tvvin is tokenizing gold to provide investors with more options and opportunities for diversification. He also highlights the potential for earning passive income through tokenized gold and the ability to mint fiat-backed stablecoins based on the amount of gold held in the digital vaults. Tvvin is a platform that allows users to tokenize and trade real-world assets, starting with gold. They offer a digital vault where users can store their gold and earn passive income through Tvvin’s monetization model. Tvvin also plans to expand to other metals and commodities in the future. The platform has a utility token called $TVVIX, which is used to access the vault and participate in the Tvvin ecosystem. Tvvin is focused on compliance and is working towards incorporating a DAO to give users a voice in decision-making.

Takeaways

Real world asset tokenization is gaining traction and offers more options and opportunities for investors.
Gold is a stable asset that provides a common ground for both institutions and retail investors.
Tokenized gold allows investors to earn passive income and diversify their portfolios.
Tvvin’s digital vaults enable investors to put their gold tokens to work and potentially earn higher returns.
Minting fiat-backed stablecoins based on gold holdings provides liquidity and flexibility for everyday expenses or investment opportunities.
Tvvin allows users to tokenize and trade real-world assets, starting with gold.
Users can store their gold in Tvvin’s digital vault and earn passive income through their monetization model.
Tvvin plans to expand to other metals and commodities in the future
The platform has a utility token called Tvvix, which is used to access the vault and participate in the Tvvin ecosystem.
Twin is focused on compliance and is working towards incorporating a DAO to give users a voice in decision-making.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
08:08 Stablecoins as the OG of Real World Assets
14:31 The Role of Real World Asset Tokens in the Macro Trade
25:29 Earning Passive Income and Diversifying Portfolios with Tokenized Gold
36:01 Minting Fiat-Backed Stablecoins for Liquidity and Investment Opportunities
40:06 Tokenizing Real-World Assets
43:50 Facilitating Self-Sufficient Asset Managers
48:42 Diversified Portfolio and Exchangeability
54:28 Regenerative Concept and Ethical Gold
57:54 Private and Public Sale
01:04:05 The Relationship Between VVG and Tvvix Tokens
01:08:29 Incorporating a DAO and Compliance

Socials
Website: https://tvvin.com
Telegram: https://t.me/TVVIN_RWA
X: https://twitter.com/TVVIN_RWA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tvvin/

“Stablecoins are the OG of real-world asset tokenization; now hard assets like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are the next wave of adoption for both institutional and retail investors.”

Takeaways

Real world asset tokenization is gaining traction and offers more options and opportunities for investors.
Gold is a stable asset that provides a common ground for both institutions and retail investors.
Tokenized gold allows investors to earn passive income and diversify their portfolios.
Tvvin’s digital vaults enable investors to put their gold tokens to work and potentially earn higher returns.
Minting fiat-backed stablecoins based on gold holdings provides liquidity and flexibility for everyday expenses or investment opportunities.
Tvvin allows users to tokenize and trade real-world assets, starting with gold.
Users can store their gold in Tvvin’s digital vault and earn passive income through their monetization model.
Tvvin plans to expand to other metals and commodities in the future
The platform has a utility token called Tvvix, which is used to access the vault and participate in the Tvvin ecosystem.
Twin is focused on compliance and is working towards incorporating a DAO to give users a voice in decision-making.

Socials
Website: https://tvvin.com
Telegram: https://t.me/TVVIN_RWA
X: https://twitter.com/TVVIN_RWA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tvvin/

Previous Episode

The Rise of Tokenization Platforms for Real World Assets with Kevin Yunai of RWA, Inc.

Kevin Yunai, the founder and CEO of RWA Inc., discusses the tokenization of real-world assets and the importance of partnerships in the RWA space. He emphasizes the need for liquidity and the bridging of Web2 and Web3. Yunai also highlights the role of compliance and audit in the success of crypto projects. He discusses licensing and regulation in the UAE and the impact of licensing on the RWA ecosystem. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the mindset of issuers and the importance of educating investors about the benefits of tokenization. In this conversation, Kevin Yunai discusses the revolutionizing impact of Web3 on the industry, highlighting the trust and security it brings. He emphasizes the shift from a client-supplier relationship to becoming partners with clients. Liquidity in the Web3 space is also addressed, with Kevin sharing the success of their own token raise. The increasing interest from women in the RWA industry is noted, along with the importance of blockchain and Web3 for the future. The conversation also covers the number of issuers and tokenized assets, opportunities for investors, and the upcoming token launch and listing. The governance and utility of the RWA token are explained, along with the opportunities in tokenized commodities, real estate, and company shares. The tokenization of distressed assets is discussed, as well as the company’s CSR programs and their vision to change the world. The conversation concludes with a focus on the importance of self-education in the changing job market and the marketing strategies and roadmap for RWA, Inc.

Takeaways

Tokenization of real-world assets is a growing trend in the crypto space, providing opportunities for investors to own fractional shares of assets like real estate and commodities.
Partnerships are crucial for the success of RWA projects, as they provide liquidity and enable collaboration with competitors.
Compliance and audits are essential in the crypto industry to ensure investor protection and regulatory compliance.
Licensing and regulation in the UAE create a favorable environment for RWA projects, allowing for the tokenization of various asset classes. Web3 revolutionizes the industry by bringing trust and security through tokenization.
Partnership with clients is a key trend in the Web3 space, replacing the traditional client-supplier relationship.
Successful token raises serve as proof that there is plenty of liquidity in the Web3 space.
The RWA industry is seeing an increase in interest from women, leading to more diverse teams and perspectives.
Tokenized commodities, real estate, and company shares are among the key opportunities in the RWA industry.
Tokenizing distressed assets presents challenges due to the need to protect investor interests.
RWA Inc. has a vision to change the world through CSR programs and a focus on solving societal problems.
Self-education is crucial in the changing job market, as traditional systems may not adequately prepare individuals for the future.
Marketing strategies and partnerships play a vital role in the success of RWA, Inc.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:00 Tokenizing Real World Assets
05:55 Collaboration with Competitors
06:52 The Importance of Partnerships
08:06 Branding and Tokenizing Real World Assets
09:02 The Need for Liquidity
10:01 Educating Investors and Bridging Web2 and Web3
11:29 The Need for Fundamental Change in the Financial System
12:00 Partnerships and Liquidity
13:20 Tokenization as a Hedge
14:48 Embracing New Financial Opportunities
16:33 Partnerships and Commitments
19:00 Licensing and Operating in the UAE
20:43 The Impact of Licensing and Regulation
22:22 The Role of DEX and Central Exchanges
25:17 KYC and Participating in RWA Events
26:31 The Mindset of Issuers
27:00 Revolutionizing the Web3 Industry
28:27 Becoming Partners with Clients
29:47 Liquidity in the Web3 Space
30:31 Building During the Bear Market
32:23 Increasing Interest from Women in the RWA Industry
32:43 The Importance of Blockchain and Web3 for the Future
33:25 The Number of Issuers and Tokenized Assets
34:32 Opportunities for Investors
35:11 Upcoming Token Launch and Listing
37:21 The Governance and Utility of the RWA Token
40:14 Opportunities in Tokenized Commodities, Real Estate, and Company Shares
41:52 Tokenizing Distressed Assets
45:19 CSR Programs and Changing the World
48:27 The Importance of Self-Education in the Changing Job Market
49:46 Marketing Strategies and Roadmap

Socials

Website: https://rwa.inc
X: https://twitter.com/RWA_Inc_
Telegram: https://t.me/RWA_inc
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Real World Assets on Avalanche with Avery Bartlett

Avalanche is revolutionizing real world assets and adoption; from collectibles to capital markets, tickets to insurance, Web3 rewards to real estate, socialFi to subnets, and on-chain gaming—nearly every sector is moving on-chain.

In this conversation, Avery Bartlett, the master of vibes for social media for Ava Labs, discusses his journey into crypto and his role in the RWA ecosystem. He shares how he got into crypto through buying Bitcoin in college and rediscovering it later. Avery also talks about his transition from being a software engineer to working in marketing and the importance of understanding the technology behind crypto. He highlights the concept of real world assets (RWAs) and how blockchain can make transactions more efficient and trustworthy. Avery gives examples of tokenizing equity in residential real estate and using blockchain for insurance in developing countries. He also discusses the integration of blockchain technology in events like Coachella and Sports Illustrated. The conversation covered various topics related to the Avalanche blockchain, including NFT ticketing, gaming, and the tokenization of capital markets. The use of subnets in Avalanche allows for the creation of separate blockchains within the ecosystem, which is particularly beneficial for gaming applications. The tokenization of in-game assets and the ability for players to create and monetize content are key trends in Web3 gaming. In the capital markets, institutions are exploring the use of blockchain technology to improve efficiency and trust in asset transfer and settlement. Teleporter, a feature of Avalanche, enables secure and fast cross-chain asset transfers. Projects like Re Insurance are leveraging Avalanche to create decentralized insurance marketplaces. Overall, Avalanche aims to provide value and support to other businesses and ecosystems within the blockchain industry.

Mentioned in this episode:
Homium: https://www.homium.io/
Lemonade Insurance: https://www.lemonade.com/
Coachella: https://www.avax.network/blog/coachella
Sports Illustrated: https://blockworks.co/news/avalanche-sports-illustrated
Beam: https://www.avax.network/blog/merit-circle
JP Morgan: https://www.jpmorgan.com/onyx/project-guardian
https://www.avax.network/blog/onyx-j-p-morgan

Takeaways

Avery Bartlett shares his journey into crypto, from buying Bitcoin in college to rediscovering it later
He discusses the concept of real world assets (RWAs) and how blockchain can make transactions more efficient and trustworthy
Avery gives examples of tokenizing equity in residential real estate and using blockchain for insurance in developing countries
He highlights the integration of blockchain technology in events like Coachella and Sports Illustrated Avalanche’s subnets allow for the creation of separate blockchains within the ecosystem, which is particularly beneficial for gaming applications.
Tokenization of in-game assets and the ability for players to create and monetize content are key trends in Web3 gaming.
Institutions are exploring the use of blockchain technology, such as Avalanche, to improve efficiency and trust in asset transfer and settlement in capital markets.
Teleporter, a feature of Avalanche, enables secure and fast cross-chain communications and asset transfers.
Projects like Re Insurance are leveraging Avalanche to create decentralized insurance marketplaces.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Crypto Journey
09:27 Transition from Software Engineer to Marketing
25:38 NFTs and Engagement in Events like Coachella
33:54 Rewards and Point Systems in Web3 Gaming
47:25 Tokenization of Assets in Capital Markets

Socials

Website: https://avalanche.network
Ava Labs Website: https://www.avalabs.org
Avery Bartlett on X: https://twitter.com/avedarave_
Avery Bartlett – Answers To The Universe Podcast
Avalanche on X: https://twitter.com/avax
Ava Labs LinkedIn