ADI Foundation Debuts MENA’s First Institutional Layer-2 for RWAs and Stablecoins

The Abu Dhabi-based ADI Foundation has officially launched ADI Chain, marking a major milestone as the first institutional-grade Layer-2 blockchain in the MENA region specifically tailored for stablecoins and real-world assets (RWAs).

A Regulated Hub for Institutional Innovation

ADI Chain is designed to provide a secure, compliant environment for governments and large-scale enterprises. Key features of the new network include:

• Stablecoin Infrastructure: The chain supports the UAE Dirham-backed stablecoin issued by First Abu Dhabi Bank and IHC, fully regulated by the UAE Central Bank.
• Diverse Use Cases: From cross-border payments and digital identity to tokenized real estate and secure healthcare data management, the platform bridges the gap between traditional finance and decentralized efficiency.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) and Emirates Driving Company demonstrate the chain's practical application in urban development and public services.

The $ADI Token and Ecosystem Support

The native $ADI token serves as the primary gas currency for the network and is currently listed on major exchanges including Kraken, Crypto.com, and KuCoin, with eToro and Telegram Wallet support expected soon. To ensure network stability and governance, the token can be staked in a treasury-backed pool.

The ecosystem is further strengthened by high-tier technology partners:

• ZKsync: Provides high scalability via zero-knowledge proofs.
• Alchemy & Covalent: Power the infrastructure and real-time data needs for institutional users.
• WalletConnect: Simplifies connectivity for end-users.

Global Ambitions and Education

Founded by Sirius International Holding, the ADI Foundation has set a bold target to onboard one billion users by 2030 across 20 emerging markets.

To support this growth, the foundation is launching ‘Future Tech 4.0’, an educational initiative aimed at training 10,000 Web3 specialists in Abu Dhabi. Looking ahead, the foundation will showcase ADI Chain’s capabilities on the global stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos and ETHDenver, cementing Abu Dhabi's role as a primary hub for institutional blockchain adoption.

December 2025, Cryptoniteuae