How It Works

How It Works

Understanding the Volt RWA Marketplace

This guide explains the complete lifecycle of assets on Volt RWA, from tokenization to trading, and how all the pieces work together.

Platform Overview

The Volt RWA Ecosystem

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│ Asset Providers │ ──► Supply physical assets
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│  Volt RWA Team  │ ──► Verify & tokenize as NFTs
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│   Marketplace   │ ──► List assets for trading
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│     Users       │ ──► Buy, own, and resell
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The Complete Asset Journey

Step 1: Asset Sourcing & Partnership

How Assets Enter the Platform

Partnership Agreements

  • Volt RWA partners with reputable companies, collectors, and asset providers

  • Partners supply verified, authentic physical assets

  • Revenue sharing agreements ensure sustainable asset flow

  • Partners benefit from global marketplace exposure

Asset Selection Criteria

  • Authenticity and verifiability

  • Market demand and liquidity potential

  • Clear provenance and ownership history

  • Appropriate storage and insurance options

Step 2: Verification & Authentication

Documentation Collection

  • High-quality photographs

  • Purchase receipts and invoices

  • Historical ownership records

Step 3: Tokenization

Creating the NFT

Asset-to-NFT Process

  1. Metadata Creation - All asset details compiled into structured data

  2. NFT Minting - Unique token created on XRP Ledger

  3. Asset Linking - NFT tied to physical asset custody

  4. Ownership Registration - Initial ownership recorded on-chain

  5. Marketplace Integration - NFT ready for trading

What's Included in the NFT

  • Asset name and description

  • Category and subcategory

  • High-resolution images

  • Authentication documents (if applicable)

  • Valuation information

  • Custody and storage details

Step 4: Marketplace Listing

Admin-Only Asset Creation

Who Can List New Assets

  • Only Volt RWA administrators can create initial listings

  • This ensures all assets are properly verified and backed

  • Prevents fraudulent or unverified items from entering the marketplace

  • Maintains platform quality and trust

Listing Process

  1. Admin reviews verified asset documentation

  2. Pricing determined based on appraisal and market analysis

  3. Asset categorized and tagged appropriately

  4. High-quality images and descriptions added

  5. NFT listed on marketplace for purchase

Initial Pricing

  • Market comparables and recent sales

  • Current market conditions

  • Asset condition and rarity

  • Transparent pricing methodology

User Interactions

For Buyers

Browsing & Discovery

Explore the Marketplace

  1. Visit the Volt RWA marketplace

  2. Browse by category (Collectibles, Commodities, etc.)

  3. Filter and search for specific assets

  4. View detailed asset information

  5. Check price history and ownership records

Asset Details Each listing shows:

  • Current price in XRP

  • Asset description and specifications

  • Category and badges (Rare, Luxury, Trending, etc.)

  • High-quality images

  • Price history from previous transactions

  • Market statistics (all-time high, market cap, etc.)

  • Expected returns and risk level (AI-analyzed)

Making a Purchase

The Buying Process

  1. Connect Wallet - Sign in with your Xaman wallet

  2. Select Asset - Browse and choose the asset you want

  3. Review Details - Check price, description, and asset info

  4. Initiate Purchase - Click "Complete Purchase"

  5. Approve Transaction - Confirm in Xaman wallet (sign the XRPL transaction)

  6. Instant Settlement - NFT transfers to your wallet in 3-5 seconds

  7. Ownership Confirmed - You now own the asset!

What Happens Behind the Scenes

  • Your XRP payment is sent to the seller's wallet

  • 2% marketplace fee automatically deducted

  • Minimal XRPL network fee charged (fractions of a cent)

  • NFT ownership transfers to your wallet address

  • Transaction recorded permanently on XRPL blockchain

  • Asset marked as owned by you in the marketplace

For Sellers

Listing Your Owned Assets

Who Can Sell

  • Any user who owns an asset purchased from Volt RWA

  • You must own the NFT in your Xaman wallet

  • Only assets originally from Volt RWA can be resold on the platform

Listing Process

  1. Navigate to Your Portfolio - View your owned assets

  2. Select Asset to Sell - Choose which NFT to list

  3. Set Your Price - Determine your asking price in XRP

  4. Create Listing - Publish to marketplace

  5. Wait for Buyer - Asset appears in marketplace listings

  6. Automatic Sale - When purchased, NFT transfers and you receive XRP

Pricing Your Asset

  • Check current market price and recent sales

  • View price history and trends

  • Consider asset condition and market demand

  • Set competitive pricing to attract buyers

  • Update price anytime before sale

Receiving Payment

When Your Asset Sells

  1. Buyer initiates purchase and pays in XRP

  2. 2% marketplace fee automatically deducted

  3. You receive 98% of sale price directly to your wallet

  4. NFT automatically transfers to buyer

  5. Transaction completes in 3-5 seconds

  6. No manual steps required!

Example Transaction

  • Sale Price: 1,000 XRP

  • Marketplace Fee (2%): 20 XRP

  • You Receive: 980 XRP

  • Buyer Pays: 1,000 XRP + XRPL network fee (~0.001 XRP)

Technical Flow

Xaman Wallet Integration

Authentication Process

Signing In

  1. Click "Connect Wallet" on Volt RWA

  2. Xaman wallet app opens (or web extension activates)

  3. Review connection request

  4. Approve connection in Xaman

  5. Choose your username for Volt RWA

  6. You're logged in!

No Traditional Login

  • No passwords to remember

  • No email verification

  • No 2FA setup

  • Just your Xaman wallet signature

Transaction Signing

Every Purchase Requires Signature

  1. You initiate a transaction on Volt RWA

  2. Request sent to your Xaman wallet

  3. Review transaction details in Xaman:

    • Amount in XRP

    • Destination address

    • Asset being purchased

    • Fees breakdown

  4. Approve or reject

  5. If approved, transaction broadcasts to XRPL

  6. Confirmation in 3-5 seconds

Security Benefits

  • Your private keys never leave Xaman

  • Volt RWA cannot execute transactions without your approval

  • You see exactly what you're signing

  • Full transparency and control

NFT Ownership & Storage

Where Your NFTs Live

NFT's live in your Xaman wallet while you own them and they are off the marketplace. Once placed for sale, they will be transferred to an escrow wallet, which will handle the sell transactions.

Revenue & Fee Distribution

How the Marketplace Generates Revenue

The 2% Marketplace Fee

Who Pays

  • Deducted from seller's proceeds

  • Buyers pay the listed price (no markup)

  • Transparent and predictable

Fee Breakdown The 2% marketplace fee is distributed among:

  • Volt RWA Core Team - Platform development and operations

  • Marketing & Growth - User acquisition and community building

  • Asset Provider Partners - Companies supplying the physical assets

Example Transaction

Sale Price: 10,000 XRP
├─ Marketplace Fee (2%): 200 XRP
│  ├─ Volt RWA Team: ~100 XRP
│  ├─ Marketing: ~50 XRP
│  └─ Asset Provider: ~50 XRP
└─ Seller Receives: 9,800 XRP

Buyer Pays: 10,000 XRP + ~0.001 XRP (XRPL network fee)

Treasury Management

Monthly Distribution

  • All fees collected in a treasury wallet

  • End of each month, fees distributed according to agreements

  • Transparent on-chain tracking

  • Automated distribution processes

No Listing Fees

Platform Features

User Dashboard

Your Portfolio

  • View all owned NFTs

  • See current market values

  • Track price changes

  • Monitor sale listings

  • Access transaction history

Watchlist

  • Save assets you're interested in

  • Get notifications on price changes

  • Quick access to favorites

Transaction History

  • Complete record of purchases

  • Sales history and profits

  • Fee breakdowns

  • On-chain verification links

Marketplace Features

Search & Filter

  • Search by name, category, or keyword

  • Filter by price range

  • Sort by trending, newest, price

  • Category-specific browsing

Asset Information

  • Detailed descriptions

  • Multiple high-res images

  • Price history charts

  • Recent transactions

  • Market statistics

  • Authenticity documentation (if applicable)

Price Discovery

  • Recent sales data

  • Market cap calculations

  • All-time high/low prices

  • Volume indicators

  • Trending assets

Security & Trust

Platform Safety Measures

Asset Verification

  • Every asset professionally authenticated

  • Multiple verification checkpoints

  • Documentation requirements

  • Regular audits of partners

User Protection

  • Self-custody wallets (no platform control)

  • Transparent on-chain records

  • Immutable transaction history

  • Clear fee structures

Fraud Prevention

  • Admin-only asset creation

  • Partner vetting process

  • Asset tracking and custody

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