Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has emphasized the importance of real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, despite recent delays by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in approving tokenized stock trading frameworks. Armstrong highlighted the rapid growth of the RWA tokenization market, which has expanded from under $3 billion in 2024 to over $30 billion in on-chain assets. He noted that major financial institutions like BlackRock and JPMorgan are already participating in this burgeoning market. The SEC's postponement of plans for tokenized stock trading comes amid concerns from market participants about implementation. Armstrong argues that significant structural upgrades are needed in the global financial system to fully realize blockchain-based finance. He also discussed the potential of AI-driven financial services, stablecoin payments, and 24/7 global trading infrastructure as key components of future finance. Armstrong's comments underscore the growing institutional interest in tokenization, even as regulatory bodies like the SEC proceed cautiously. The delay in tokenized stock trading highlights ongoing debates about the risks and benefits of integrating blockchain technology into traditional financial systems.