- MANTRA Chain launches a $108M fund to boost DeFi and RWA tokenization globally.
- Dubai VASP license positions MANTRA Chain as a leader in blockchain innovation.
- MANTRA’s $108M fund targets high-potential startups in tokenized asset ecosystems.
MANTRA Chain introduced the MANTRA Ecosystem Fund (MEF) as its Layer 1 blockchain solution for real-world assets (RWAs) tokenization. This $108,888,888 funding investment initiative will speed up the development of projects within its ecosystem. MANTRA was announced in Hong Kong while pursuing DeFi adoption and RWA tokenization expansion through this major initiative.
The fund extends across four subsequent years as it seeks to support innovative startups worldwide. The launch follows MANTRA’s milestone as the first DeFi platform to secure a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA).
This license allows MANTRA chain to operate as a virtual asset exchange and offer broker-dealer, management, and investment services. With this regulatory backing, the company is a leader in bridging traditional finance and blockchain innovation.
MANTRA Chain Drives Strategic Partnerships
MANTRA collaborates with a robust network of investors and partners to drive the MEF’s success. Key players include Laser Digital, Shorooq, Brevan Howard Digital, Valor Capital, Three Point Capital, and Amber Group. These firms, alongside incubators and accelerators, will source investment opportunities globally.
This extensive reach ensures the fund connects with top-tier blockchain projects, fostering innovation in RWA tokenization. Gideon Daitz, a partner at Three Point Capital, leads the MEF. He emphasized the fund’s mission to support teams with capital, networks, and expertise to bring high-quality assets on-chain. “Collaboration and an open-arms policy will benefit our community and the industry,” Daitz stated in a press release.
The fund welcomes projects at any stage, including those not tied exclusively to MANTRA’s chain, promoting a flexible, inclusive approach.
Focus on Real-World Asset Tokenization
The MEF targets the growing demand for tokenized RWAs, such as real estate and financial securities. John Patrick Mullin, MANTRA’s CEO and founder, highlighted the fund’s role in this shift. “Blockchain technology revolutionizes finance, and the MEF will catalyze projects driving real-world adoption,” he said. The initiative aligns with rising institutional interest, evidenced by the RWA market surpassing $19.6 billion in early 2025, according to RWA.xyz data.
MANTRA Chain, built for regulatory compliance, offers developers and institutions tools for seamless RWA integration. Its permissionless design and cross-chain interoperability enhance its appeal.
The fund’s launch strengthens MANTRA’s ecosystem, potentially boosting its native token, OM, which recently showed resilience amid market downturns. For more details on applying, interested parties can visit MANTRAChain.io. This move solidifies MANTRA’s commitment to shaping the future of DeFi and tokenized assets globally.
