Top 4 Utility projects to invest in this week

This year memecoins have dominated the spotlight as speculative investments, capturing attention with their hype and volatility. However, the market is showing signs of a shift—a flight to quality—favoring tokens that deliver real utility over fleeting buzz. In this evolving landscape, Real-World Assets (RWA) and privacy technology are taking center stage, offering tangible value and long-term resilience. This week, we spotlight four projects that go beyond the noise, showcasing how innovation and real-world application can redefine ROI potential in the crypto space.

RWA as a narrative is growing in the crypto space, as seen in the DefiLlama chart below, with a TVL of over $6.5  billion in April 2024.

Here’s a closer look at AgriDex, Mantra, Zano and dVIN Labs —four tokens poised to make waves in the coming months.

AgriDex: Transforming Agriculture with Blockchain 

If you're looking for a high-growth opportunity, AgriDex should be on your radar. Set to launch on December 4th, this Solana-based platform is revolutionising the $2.3 trillion global agricultural trade industry by tokenising the supply chain. AgriDex offers farmers instant settlements, drastically reduced transaction costs, and fraud-proof traceability using blockchain and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to enshrine legal contracts.

By cutting transaction costs from an industry average of 4-6% to under 0.5%, and payment settlement from days to second the project is a frontrunner of this week.The AgriDex Token ($AGRI) offers strong fundamentals, with a launch valuation of $65 million. AgriDex anticipates generating $53.28 million in trading fees by the end of 2026, supported by an expected net buy pressure of $39.2 million within two years.

AgriDex DAO will be formed and collectively managed and owned by its members involved in the DAO’s token distribution. The DAO will allow holders to vote and enact changes in a truly decentralised and open fashion.

Mantra: Unlocking Real Estate Investment with Blockchain Innovation

For retail investors seeking exposure to RWA, Mantra presents a compelling opportunity. This compliance-first blockchain platform is revolutionising the real estate sector by fractionalising ownership, thereby reducing entry barriers and democratising access to high-value properties.

Mantra enables users to purchase fractional shares in premium properties, making real estate investment more accessible than ever. In 2024, the platform raised $11 million and secured a landmark partnership with UAE real estate giant MAG to tokenise $500 million worth of properties, underscoring its significant market presence.

Real estate remains one of the most stable and profitable asset classes. By leveraging blockchain technology, Mantra enhances liquidity and transparency, allowing investors to trade property shares with ease. This innovation reduces traditional transaction costs and inefficiencies, potentially leading to higher returns.

As of November 25, 2024, the Mantra (OM) token is priced at $3.59, reflecting a 56.03% increase over the past 24 hours and a 144.40% rise in the last seven days. It’s one of the fastest-growing RWA projects.

Zano: Privacy-Centric Layer-1

Zano, the L1 blockchain for confidential assets and private dApps was founded by Andrey Sabelnikov, the developer behind CryptoNote - a privacy coin protocol used by Monero and hundreds of other projects.

Security and privacy have always been major concerns, especially with the increasing number of central banks exploring central bank digital currency (CBDC). According to a Bank for International Settlements (BIS) survey, 94% of the 86 participating banks said they were looking at a digital version of their national currencies. That's up from 90% of 81 respondents in a 2021 survey conducted by the BIS, an umbrella organisation for the world's central banks. In response to rising concerns over the erosion of financial privacy, privacy coins have emerged as a potential solution.

At the heart of the ecosystem is the Zano token ($ZANO), a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that powers secure and untraceable transactions. The token is uniquely positioned to benefit from the increasing demand for privacy solutions in both the Web3 and traditional finance sectors.

Key Features of $ZANO

• Privacy by Design: Leveraging advanced cryptographic techniques, $ZANO ensures all transactions remain confidential, protecting users' financial information from external scrutiny. • Utility Beyond Transactions: $ZANO is integral to the network, serving as the primary medium for transaction fees, staking rewards, and ecosystem services, including privacy-preserving dApps and DeFi platforms. • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Zano enables seamless integration with privacy-centric wallets and applications, ensuring a user-friendly experience.

As of November 25, 2024, Zano (ZANO) is trading at approximately $7.74 USD.

At the beginning of the year, on January 1, 2024, ZANO was priced at around $1.50 USD. This indicates that ZANO has experienced a significant increase of approximately 416% year-to-date. Notably, ZANO reached its all-time high of $8.10 USD on November 6, 2024.This substantial growth reflects the increasing interest in privacy-focused cryptocurrencies and the expanding adoption of Zano's platform.

dVIN Labs: Revolutionizing the Wine Industry through Blockchain

For retail investors seeking exposure to RWA, dVIN Labs offers a unique opportunity by integrating blockchain technology into the $1 trillion wine industry. By tokenizing luxury wines, dVIN Labs enhances transparency, traceability, and engagement within the wine market.

dVIN Labs has developed the dVIN protocol, built on the Solana blockchain, to tokenize individual bottles of wine. Each bottle is represented by a Digital Cork™ NFT, ensuring authenticity and provenance. When a bottle is opened, Tasting Token™ NFTs are minted, creating a virtual tasting journal and enabling winemakers to engage directly with consumers.

The tokenization of luxury wines opens new avenues for investment, allowing for fractional ownership and trading of high-value assets. This approach not only democratizes access to fine wines but also introduces liquidity to a traditionally illiquid market, potentially leading to significant returns for investors.

In September 2024, dVIN Labs launched its native token, VINCOIN ($VIN), during Solana Breakpoint in Singapore. The launch included an airdrop of 3,000 bottles of tokenized champagne, valued at $1 million, to event attendees. Additionally, a limited-edition NFT representing a bottle of champagne was airdropped to each Mad Lad holder, featuring their PFP on the label.

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