Securitize, a leader in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, has taken a major step forward by expanding its Hamilton Lane Private Credit Fund into a multi-chain structure. The move comes as the RWA market surpasses $25 billion, with private credit alone accounting for over $14 billion in tokenized value.
A strategic leap toward DeFi integration
The expansion allows the Hamilton Lane fund one of the largest tokenized private credit funds to be accessible across multiple blockchain ecosystems. According to the company, this initiative brings the fund “closer to full DeFi composability,” enabling smoother integrations with decentralized financial protocols.
The fund was originally launched on Polygon, and now includes support for other blockchains such as Ethereum and Avalanche, making it more interoperable and appealing to a broader class of digital-native investors.
Institutional trust, on-chain access
Hamilton Lane is a globally recognized private markets investment firm. Its collaboration with Securitize marks one of the few times such traditional credit instruments have been brought fully on-chain with regulatory clarity.
Through this model, accredited investors can gain exposure to diversified private credit assets without relying on traditional fund structures all while maintaining compliance with U.S. securities laws.
RWA market momentum
This announcement aligns with the rapid growth of the RWA sector:
- Tokenized private credit: $14B
- Total tokenized RWA market: $25B+
- Notable growth areas: U.S. Treasuries, corporate bonds, and private equity
By continuing to scale access and interoperability, Securitize positions itself as a critical bridge between traditional finance and the decentralized economy.
