Deep Dive
1. BlackRock, Mastercard, Franklin Templeton MOUs (18 December 2025)
Overview:
Days after ADI Chain’s mainnet launch, the ADI Foundation secured memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with BlackRock, Mastercard, and Franklin Templeton. BlackRock will explore tokenized asset structures, Mastercard advances blockchain payments in MENA, and Franklin Templeton develops compliant pathways for tokenized products.
What this means:
This trifecta of partnerships signals institutional confidence in ADI’s compliance-first architecture. By aligning with regulated entities, ADI positions itself as a bridge between traditional finance and blockchain, targeting fragmented cross-border transactions in MENA. (CoinMarketCap)
2. Mastercard Alliance for Stablecoin Settlements (16 December 2025)
Overview:
Mastercard and ADI Foundation announced a strategic alliance to embed stablecoin settlements and tokenized assets into everyday payment flows across the Middle East. The collaboration focuses on remittances, B2B trade, and interoperable financial systems.
What this means:
This partnership leverages ADI’s L2 infrastructure to address inefficiencies in regional banking. Stablecoin-linked payment cards and real-world asset tokenization could streamline transactions, aligning with the UAE’s ambition to become a digital asset hub. (CoinMarketCap)
3. KuCoin Listing & Telegram Wallet Integration (9–11 December 2025)
Overview:
ADI debuted on KuCoin (9 Dec) and integrated with Telegram Wallet (11 Dec), enabling users in emerging markets to store, send, and manage tokens directly within Telegram.
What this means:
Telegram’s 900M+ user base provides a low-barrier entry point for ADI adoption, particularly in regions like MENA and Africa. Combined with KuCoin’s liquidity, this strengthens ADI’s utility as a gas token for institutional and retail use. (KuCoin, XD)
Conclusion
ADI is rapidly transitioning from a regional Layer 2 to a global settlement layer, backed by institutional partnerships and strategic exchange listings. While bullish for long-term adoption, success hinges on execution amid tightening regulatory scrutiny. Can ADI sustain momentum as it scales toward onboarding 1 billion users by 2030?