TLDR
- Plume Network launches mainnet with $150M in RWAs, bridging DeFi and real-world assets.
- Backed by Apollo and Haun, Plume brings institutional-grade RWAs to Ethereum Layer 2.
- Over 200 projects and $4B in assets onboarded as Plume enters the DeFi RWA race.
- Yield-bearing RWA tokens now live on Plume, with support for stablecoin staking and looping.
- Plume expands into new RWA classes amid rising global regulatory support and investor interest.
Plume Network has officially launched its Genesis mainnet, marking a major step toward DeFi integration for real-world assets. Backed by Haun Ventures and Apollo Global, Plume went live with $150 million worth of tokenized assets already on-chain. The launch positions the network as a key infrastructure layer in the rapidly growing RWA tokenization market.
Plume Network Integrates Institutional Capital and DeFi Ecosystem
Plume Network supports seamless interaction between tokenized real-world assets and major DeFi protocols. With over 200 projects building on the platform, Plume aims to simplify institutional access to decentralized finance. It provides a modular, Ethereum-compatible Layer 2 chain specifically built for composable RWA applications.
Welcome to the future of RWAfi.
Plume Genesis is now live.
Your mainnet journey begins at https://t.co/31dYciabhR. pic.twitter.com/MLv2vDV4JM
— Plume – RWAfi Chain (@plumenetwork) June 5, 2025
The network allows stablecoin staking into “Nest” vaults that issue yield-bearing RWA tokens backed by institutional-grade assets. These tokens can then be used across lending and farming protocols, increasing capital efficiency. Users can borrow additional stablecoins using RWA tokens as collateral, enabling looping strategies.
Plume’s infrastructure enables RWA tokens to operate like native crypto assets . Consequently, investors gain exposure to stable yield through assets like solar farms, private credit and corporate debt. This model provides new revenue streams for both crypto-native and traditional capital.
$150M Launch Backed by Global Investors and Strategic Integrations
The Genesis mainnet follows Plume’s successful Alpha phase, during which $150 million worth of RWAs were deployed and tested on-chain. Apollo Global, Brevan Howard, Galaxy and Binance-affiliated YZi Labs have invested in the project, signaling strong institutional interest. The team confirmed that testnet activity exceeded 280 million transactions in just eight weeks.
In April, Apollo Global committed a seven-figure investment, joining other backers in pushing the project into production. The platform has also partnered with Mercado Bitcoin to tokenize $40 million in Brazilian assets. Furthermore, Plume reported ongoing integration with asset managers like Blackstone and Invesco.
Plume’s $20 million Series A round enabled the buildout of core infrastructure, onboarding $4 billion into its broader ecosystem. These milestones demonstrate the network’s ability to attract both liquidity and enterprise adoption. The Genesis launch now paves the way for advanced DeFi functionalities to scale alongside real-world assets.
Regulatory Support and New Asset Classes on the Horizon
Plume stated that its timing aligns with increasing regulatory clarity for tokenized assets across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. The team has been in direct discussions with agencies like the SEC and U.S. Treasury to ensure compliance. As a result, institutions can now participate in yield-generating strategies without regulatory uncertainty.
Plume is actively expanding its asset portfolio to include fine art, precious metals, uranium and trading cards. These additions aim to unlock new DeFi use cases for traditionally illiquid asset classes. By broadening RWAfi offerings, Plume intends to support a more diverse and global investor base.
