Franklin Templeton's Benji Platform Brings $1.​6T-Backed Securities to BNB Chain

**Flap's AI Oracle is now operational on BNB Chain**, enabling developers to create smart contracts that can evaluate and execute decisions directly onchain. The launch comes as BNB Chain solidifies its position in the AI agent space, with: - Over **2,800 AI agents** built using dgrid_ai - **34,828 ERC-8004 AI agents** deployed on the network - **1 in 3 ERC-8004 agents** calling BNB Chain home The AI Oracle provides infrastructure for contracts that can process information and make autonomous decisions, targeting developers building in the emerging agentic commerce sector. BNB Chain has positioned itself as a hub for AI agent development, with upcoming discussions scheduled with Virtuals, I3 Cubed, and Honeycomb Chain on March 19 at 1PM UTC. [Learn more about Flap AI Oracle](https://x.com/flapdotsh/status/2033396298544754757)

**Real-world assets (RWAs) on BNB Chain have crossed $3 billion in total value locked**, marking a new all-time high. The growth spans multiple asset classes including money market funds and tokenized gold. **Key metrics demonstrate institutional adoption:** - 40,000+ RWA holders (new ATH) - $3B+ TVL and rising - Major participants include VanEck, BlackRock's BUIDL fund, and FTDA's BENJI platform **Stablecoin infrastructure shows scale:** - 15.1M stablecoin senders (Feb 2026) - ~60M holders - $14B market cap - ~40% of global stablecoin transactions At the DC Blockchain Summit, BNB Chain core contributor CZ emphasized that institutions are moving onchain through proven infrastructure rather than narratives. The focus is on interoperability, smart contracts, and token standards that handle real volume. Payment integrations are expanding beyond capital markets, with AWS customers gaining stablecoin payment access through BPN Network. [View latest RWA data](https://x.com/cointelegraph/status/2032662191652896903)

**VanEck and Securitize have launched VBILL on BNB Chain**, expanding access to tokenized U.S. Treasury securities in decentralized finance. **Key developments:** - VBILL provides programmable access to real-world yield through short-term U.S. Treasuries - The token offers daily liquidity while maintaining regulatory compliance - Previously integrated as collateral on Aave's Horizon RWA market in November 2025 **Technical infrastructure:** - Powered by Chainlink's NAVLink oracle framework and LlamaGuard NAV - Delivers risk-adjusted net asset value data for institutional-grade pricing - Enables institutions to borrow stablecoins against VBILL holdings This deployment marks another step in bringing traditional financial instruments onchain through regulated tokenization platforms.

**Matrixdock's tokenized gold product receives major upgrade on BNB Chain** - XAUm, a tokenized gold asset, is now listed on Venus Protocol, BNB Chain's largest lending market - The integration is secured by Chainlink's oracle infrastructure - This move brings part of the $35 trillion gold market onchain through tokenization **Key Details:** - XAUm represents physical gold holdings in digital token form - Venus Protocol users can now access gold-backed assets for lending and borrowing - Chainlink SmartData provides price feeds and security for the integration The listing expands DeFi access to traditional gold markets, allowing users to leverage tokenized precious metals within BNB Chain's ecosystem. This represents a growing trend of bringing real-world assets onchain through tokenization.

Ondo Finance has expanded its tokenized securities offering on BNB Chain from 100+ to over 200 U.S. stocks and ETFs. **Key developments:** - Users can now access blue-chip stocks including Google, Nvidia, and Tesla onchain - Benefits include faster settlement times and deeper liquidity compared to traditional markets - The expansion builds on Ondo's October 2025 partnership with BNB Chain and PancakeSwap The move represents continued growth in bringing real-world assets onchain, making traditional securities accessible to BNB Chain's user base through tokenization.