Publication date: Feb. 6, 2025
Mantra (OM) is putting itself on the map as the blockchain for Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization. With large partnerships, strong price performance, and growing institutional interest, OM is attracting increasing attention. Is this the next big crypto to change the financial world?
For our loyal readers who follow Money Care weekly, it will come as no surprise that we previously covered Mantra on Sept. 12. Our full analysis from that time can be read back here: Mantra, Sept. 12, 2024
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Review of Mantra: What makes this cryptocurrency unique?
Just to refresh your memory about mantra (OM) and what exactly it stands for: in our September article, we already discussed how mantra uses a unique method of strike. But what makes this project so special?
Mantra (OM) is a cryptocurrency that focuses on the future of finance by tokenizing real assets, or Real World Assets (RWA). This means converting traditional investments such as real estate, gold, and stocks into digital tokens on the blockchain.
This makes these assets faster, cheaper, and globally tradable.
What sets Mantra apart is its strong emphasis on security and strategic collaborations. For example, it has partnered with Google Cloud and recently with DAMAC, a large Dubai-based real estate company, to connect traditional financial markets and blockchain technology. In addition, mantra functions as a Layer-1 blockchain, meaning it is a self-contained network just like Ethereum and Solana. This allows transactions to be conducted quickly and cheaply, without dependence on other blockchains.
Within mantra's ecosystem, the currency OM plays an important role. It is used for:
In a nutshell: Mantra brings traditional investments to blockchain, making financial markets more accessible and efficient. This makes it one of the most promising projects within digital assets, which is also reflected in its positive share price performance.
Recent developments
In recent months, mantra (OM) has made great strides in its development, increasingly positioning itself as a leading player in the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs).
One of the key milestones was the partnership with Google Cloud, announced Oct. 29. This partnership strengthens mantra's technology infrastructure and makes the network more scalable and efficient, which is essential for the growth of RWA tokenization.
In addition, mantra recently announced that it is investing $1 billion in a partnership with DAMAC, one of the largest real estate developers in the Middle East. This investment is aimed at tokenizing assets within the real estate sector, making traditional investments faster and more accessible via blockchain.
Another major development is the $20 billion investment in U.S. data centers, which is closely tied to the adoption of blockchain technology and the rise of digital assets within institutional markets. These types of large-scale investments show that mantra is not only growing within the crypto world, but also increasingly connecting with traditional financial markets.
Share price development of Mantra:
Mantra has shown a pretty remarkable price performance recently and is among the best-performing cryptocurrencies of the past year. Over a span of exactly one year, Mantra managed to achieve a spectacular return of 3.840%. An exceptional increase that is rare, but increasingly possible in today's crypto world.
At the time we previously wrote about Mantra, its share price was still at $1.07. It has since risen to $5.94, representing a price gain of +455%. An impressive rise, and a particularly profitable investment for those who got in at the time.
Mantra is also performing strongly in 2025, up +53.6% over the past month. With the recent strategic investments, many analysts are speculating on a price target between $8 and $12 in 2025, which would still provide a significant return. The big question remains whether Mantra can maintain this upward trend or whether a correction will follow in the near term.
The chart below shows Mantra's share price movement. The first big advance began on Oct. 29 when its partnership with Google Cloud was announced. This caught the attention of large investors, aka cryptowhales, who after some time got in en masse.
After a sharp rise, the price stabilized and hovered between $3 and $4.50. Then a new announcement about a $1 billion tokenization deal with DAMAC and a $20 billion investment in U.S. data centers gave the share price another big boost.
The next few months will determine Mantra's continued growth. Keep a close eye on developments as Mantra's market position within Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization continues to strengthen.
What could drive up the price of Mantra
1. Institutional adoption: Mantra targets regulated financial markets and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. If more institutions use Mantra Chain for compliant blockchain solutions, demand for the token may increase sharply.
2. Interoperability with Cosmos and IBC: Integration with the Cosmos ecosystem and use of Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) makes Mantra compatible with other networks. This can boost liquidity and usage of the token.
3. Regulation as an advantage: Unlike many crypto projects that risk stricter regulation, Mantra actually responds to compliance and regulatory frameworks. This can make it attractive to traditional financial institutions.
4. Community and ecosystem growth: Mantra is building an ecosystem with dApps, DeFi products and a decentralized exchange (DEX). The larger the network and use of the blockchain, the more demand there will be for the token.
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What can Mantra counter?
1. Competition from other RWA projects: Mantra is not the only player focusing on real-world asset tokenization. Projects such as Ondo, Polymesh or Centrifuge already have traction and market share. Mantra will have to differentiate itself.
2. Limited awareness and adoption: While the ecosystem is strong, Mantra is still relatively unknown outside the Cosmos community. Greater adoption is needed to structurally increase the price.
3. Regulatory dependency: Mantra builds precisely on compliance, but if regulations become too restrictive, this may also hinder token growth and adoption.
4. Market cycles and liquidity: Like other crypto assets, Mantra is subject to broader market dynamics. During periods of low liquidity or bearish markets, the price may come under pressure.
Conclusion
Mantra has quickly emerged as one of the most promising blockchain projects within Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization. With strategic partnerships such as Google Cloud and DAMAC, and a $20 billion investment in U.S. data centers, mantra's adoption is growing. The impressive 3.840% year-over-year share price appreciation shows investors' confidence in the project. With a price target between $8 and $12 by 2025, OM may still be attractive to long-term investors.
Still, there are risks, such as increasing competition and regulatory dependence. Whether mantra can continue its upward trend will depend on further adoption and market dynamics. The next few months will determine the future of this ambitious project.
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