The Block reports that these digital commodities are onchain assets that derive their value from market forces. This distinguishes them from other types of digital assets, which may be tied to the activities of a company or central authority. For example, utility tokens and security tokens often rely on the efforts of their issuers to maintain their value.
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"Digital Commodities Emerge as Onchain Assets" — The Block
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Digital commodities, on the other hand, are freely transferable and traded on public markets, much like traditional commodities such as gold. This makes them behave more like investments in physical goods than shares or securities.