XDC Network May 2025 Recap: Institutional Breakthroughs, RWA Momentum, and Global Reach
May 2025 proved to be a defining month for the XDC Network. As an enterprise-ready, EVM-compatible blockchain, XDC continued to prioritize real-world adoption through institutional finance, tokenized assets, and practical integrations. The network’s focus on trade finance, compliance readiness, and AI-enhanced infrastructure positioned it to gain relevance across traditional and decentralized finance ecosystems. This recap covers the most important developments from May, providing readers with context and actionable understanding. From major partnerships to global forums, XDC made deliberate moves to expand its reach and refine its value proposition.
XDC completed its integration with Utila, a platform designed for secure institutional digital asset management. Utila offers MPC (multi-party computation) wallets, which enable banks and financial institutions to hold assets in a non-custodial way. These wallets support role-based permissions and automated workflows that match the operational needs of enterprise users. Furthermore, Utila provides EVM-compatible RPC endpoints, allowing institutional clients to connect to XDC Network directly without needing to maintain their own infrastructure. Utila reportedly handles over $8 billion in monthly transaction volume and recently secured $18 million in funding, making this partnership a strategic gateway for onboarding regulated capital.
— Utila (@utila_io) May 27, 2025🔥 Utila now supports XDC Network 🌐
We’ve integrated @XDC_Network_, an enterprise-grade, EVM compatible Layer-1 blockchain purpose-built for tokenization, RWAs, and trade finance.
This integration enables institutions to securely custody, manage, and build on XDC using Utila’s… pic.twitter.com/oHqI1lyd2w
Libre partnered with XDC to enable on-chain issuance of tokenized investment funds. Their platform supports tokenized strategies managed by firms such as BlackRock and Brevan Howard, covering hedge funds, credit markets, and money market instruments. Libre’s integration on XDC allows qualified investors to subscribe, redeem, and transfer fund shares on-chain using blockchain rails. XDC’s network enables low-cost transactions and programmable compliance, ensuring institutional workflows remain intact. According to XDC Ventures’ Thibault Delrue, this collaboration makes high-profile fund products available directly within the XDC ecosystem. The deal complements XDC’s broader investment in Nomura’s Laser Digital initiative and reinforces the network’s strategy of aligning with regulated financial infrastructure.
— XDC Foundation (@XDCFoundation) May 22, 2025
In May 2025, XDC Network expanded its institutional infrastructure by integrating with Elliptic, a global leader in blockchain compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) analytics. This integration enables financial institutions building on XDC to access Elliptic’s tools for transaction monitoring, wallet risk scoring, and forensic investigations. These tools enhance regulatory readiness and support XDC’s focus on tokenized real-world assets, including treasuries, commodities, and trade instruments. With XDC now live on Elliptic’s platform, organizations can gain full visibility into on-chain activity and mitigate compliance risk.
Elliptic’s platform is trusted by over 500 financial institutions and offers cross-chain analytics designed for regulated markets. The onboarding process for new chains is streamlined, with full AML capabilities typically available within 45 days. For projects in XDC’s Plug and Play RWA accelerator, this integration removes key compliance barriers and helps unlock institutional capital. By aligning with Elliptic, XDC reinforces its commitment to secure, standards-driven tokenization and strengthens its positioning within regulated finance ecosystems.
— Elliptic (@elliptic) May 27, 2025🧩 Elliptic expands coverage to XDC Network
We’re pleased to announce that the @XDCFoundation is now supported on the Elliptic platform.
This integration enables institutions on XDC to access Elliptic’s AML and blockchain analytics solutions—supporting its specialized focus on… pic.twitter.com/XyjCCuNmEP
Earlier this month XDC Network joined the MiCA Crypto Alliance, a collaborative effort focused on advancing compliance with the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. The alliance includes blockchain networks, policy experts, and financial institutions working to create responsible frameworks for digital assets in Europe. XDC’s participation supports its broader mission to offer compliant infrastructure for tokenizing real-world assets and streamlining cross-border payments in regulated markets.
Saloi Benbaha, Head of Enterprise Alliance & Ventures at XDC Network, noted that transparency and compliance are now essential for blockchain adoption. As part of the alliance, XDC will contribute to working groups and regulatory dialogues shaping Europe’s crypto policy landscape. This move aligns with XDC’s strategic positioning in enterprise finance and enhances its readiness to serve institutional players navigating MiCA’s evolving standards.
Vietnam-based crypto exchange Aliniex introduced XDC to its AliX Pay payment platform. This move brings XDC to over 34 million merchant endpoints in Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines. With AliX Pay, users pay in XDC using QR codes, and merchants receive local fiat such as VND, IDR, or PHP instantly. The integration eliminates the need for specialized hardware and requires no changes to merchant workflows. Additionally, AliX Pay offers a Visa/Mastercard-linked crypto card and supports on/off-ramp services through widgets and Telegram mini-apps. This partnership enables XDC holders to participate in everyday commerce, expanding the utility of the token in consumer transactions throughout Southeast Asia.
— Aliniex.com (@Aliniex) May 26, 2025🤝Aliniex Announces Strategic Partnership with XDC Network, Integrates Real-World Payments via AliX Pay
We're excited to announce our strategic partnership with XDC Network (@XDC_Network_ ) to expand our ecosystem and enhance real-world payment capabilities through AliX Pay… pic.twitter.com/ee13z9DvqT
Polytrade launched its RWA marketplace on XDC Network, bringing tokenized trade finance assets directly to the platform. The marketplace enables fractional investments in trade receivables and invoices that are tokenized for global access. XDC’s support for ISO 20022 messaging standards makes it well-suited for finance-grade applications like these. The integration allows issuers building tokenized trade finance products on XDC to list them natively on Polytrade’s marketplace. In return, investors gain streamlined access to yield-generating real-world assets. This partnership further positions XDC as a serious player in tokenized global trade infrastructure, offering institutional and retail users compliant access to an underserved asset class.
— Polytrade (@Polytrade_fin) May 19, 2025
Comtech Gold continued expanding its Shariah-compliant gold token offering on XDC. Each CGO token represents one gram of 99.99% pure gold, stored in audited vaults and verified by independent parties. Operating on XDC offers Comtech Gold the ability to process thousands of transactions per second and settle with two-second finality. These performance metrics are critical for high-frequency RWA applications such as commodities trading. Comtech’s gold tokens appeal to investors in Islamic finance markets, especially in the Gulf Cooperation Council region. By integrating tokenized precious metals with blockchain speed and transparency, XDC supports compliant, efficient access to real-world stores of value.
— Polytrade (@Polytrade_fin) May 20, 2025
XDC Network participated in Consensus 2025, CoinDesk’s flagship blockchain conference held in Toronto. The team not only exhibited at the main event but also hosted a side event known as the “Institutional RWA Mixer.” This invite-only gathering attracted asset managers, financial institutions, and RWA-focused builders. RWA use cases dominated the conference narrative, and XDC’s presence reinforced its commitment to institutional-grade tokenization. Attendees engaged with XDC’s leadership team on topics ranging from regulatory readiness to fund issuance. The event laid the groundwork for future partnerships and strengthened XDC’s reputation among traditional financial players seeking on-chain exposure.
Earlier in the month, XDC co-hosted the TFDi Connect event in Dubai alongside the Trade Finance Distribution Initiative. This event focused on digital assets in B2B trade, including tokenized trade instruments, MLETR-compliant documentation, and stablecoins for settlement. Representatives from banks, fintechs, and public sector agencies participated in discussions about the role of blockchain in enabling trade finance digitization. XDC was featured in several panels, with its trade tokenization efforts serving as a working example of blockchain applied to global trade. The event highlighted the Middle East’s increasing interest in compliant blockchain infrastructure and affirmed XDC’s regional relevance.
— XDC Foundation (@XDCFoundation) May 19, 2025
At the Hedera x AI Demo Day, XDC Foundation representatives Quincy Jones and Lance Lilly served as advisors and judges, reflecting XDC’s leadership in the AI x blockchain convergence. The Hackathon explored practical ways to incorporate intelligent agents into DLT workflows. XDC Foundation involvement demonstrated its commitment to cross-chain collaboration and AI-enhanced blockchain tooling.
— Generation Infinity (@GenfinityIO) May 15, 2025🤖 HEDERA x AI DEMO DAY 1: LIVE PITCHES, VC & L1 JUDGING OF AGENTIC AI ON HASHGRAPH
Join us for a high-stakes, action-packed live event featuring top leadership across Web3 and artificial intelligence. Witness the rise of DLT-powered agentic AI. https://t.co/FgxNZf59QR
Concluding at the end of May, the RWAi Developer Sprint was an online hackathon focused on building AI agents for RWA tokenization. The competition, powered by Cracked Labs and ElizaOS, distributed over $78,000 in prizes. Developers created autonomous agents capable of evaluating credit risk, verifying trade documents, and managing smart contract conditions. These agents were designed to streamline the often complex processes involved in tokenizing and managing real-world assets. The hackathon marks the beginning of a broader initiative to integrate artificial intelligence into XDC’s ecosystem. It also provides a blueprint for future use cases that blend on-chain data with machine learning models.
The May edition of the XDC MENA Podcast featured André Casterman, a trade finance expert and advisor to the XDC Foundation. The conversation focused on the financing gap facing small and medium enterprises and how blockchain infrastructure like XDC can provide more inclusive access to working capital. The episode also explored XDC’s ISO 20022 messaging capabilities, which support seamless integration with financial institutions. Discussion topics included Comtech Gold’s Shariah compliance and the potential for Islamic finance integration. This regional dialogue helped reinforce XDC’s narrative around real-world adoption and accessibility.
At the Qatar Economic Forum, Saloi Benbaha from the XDC Foundation participated in a roundtable discussing the future of tokenized finance. She emphasized the importance of blockchain solutions in Islamic finance and presented Comtech Gold as a viable example. The forum also explored the role of blockchain in streamlining cross-border trade, particularly through digitized trade documents. Participants included policymakers, economists, and central bankers. XDC’s inclusion in the event signals growing interest from institutional stakeholders in the Middle East and North Africa region. The discussion validated XDC’s alignment with financial infrastructure that meets both ethical and technical standards.
The upcoming Terra Forum in London will feature XDC as a headline sponsor. The event will focus on the convergence of digital assets, asset management, and sustainability. XDC’s leadership, including co-founders and ecosystem leads, will engage with European regulators and institutional stakeholders. Topics likely to be covered include tokenized funds, green finance, and payment solutions. This forum aims to strengthen XDC’s visibility in Europe and build new institutional relationships. The timing aligns with XDC’s broader push to integrate with traditional finance infrastructure.
In mid-June, XDC will participate in the Digital Economy Conference in Gold Coast, Australia. This event will address blockchain, AI, and Web3 integration in public and private sectors. XDC’s Southeast Asian partnerships, including Aliniex, will be highlighted as examples of regional growth. With Australia’s trade and remittance ties to Southeast Asia, the country represents a strategic entry point for expanding adoption. XDC’s enterprise features and proven RWA applications will be central to its messaging at this event. The conference presents an opportunity to engage with government agencies and enterprise clients across the Asia-Pacific region.
May 2025 showcased the XDC Network’s expanding reach across institutions, real-world assets, and global markets. From custodial integrations to tokenized investment funds and Southeast Asian payment access, the network demonstrated sustained progress. XDC also made strides in trade tokenization, AI integration, and regional policy engagement. Each move aligned with the network’s goal of serving as a compliant, scalable, and accessible blockchain for real-world financial infrastructure. As June approaches, the project’s participation in major global forums and continued technical development signals further momentum. Stakeholders in finance, technology, and governance should keep a close eye on XDC’s evolving role in the digital economy.
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