SBI XDC Network APAC has started a joint research project with the University of Tsukuba to study the XDC Network blockchain. The project will run from June 2026 to March 2027.
The research will focus on how the XDC Network works as a Layer 1 public blockchain. It will look at how it supports enterprise use cases, especially in trade finance systems.
SBI said the goal is to understand better how blockchain can be used in real business settings, not just in theory or small tests.
JUST IN: SBI XDC Network APAC has partnered with the University of Tsukuba for joint research on the enterprise-ready Layer 1 public blockchain $XDC, focusing on smart contracts and token design until March 2027. pic.twitter.com/dUlskmTQTN
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What blockchain features will the research test?
The study will examine key parts of blockchain technology. This includes smart contracts, token design, and how on-chain and off-chain systems work together.
Researchers will also test how data moves across the network and how transactions are recorded and verified.
The XDC Network was chosen because it is compatible with Ethereum tools, has low transaction fees, and is designed for enterprise use. SBI also noted that it already has involvement in the XDC ecosystem, which made it a practical choice for research.
The project will not focus on one specific product or use case. Instead, it will test different blockchain functions in a wider technical setting.
Why are SBI and universities working on blockchain systems?
The partnership shows growing cooperation between financial companies and universities in blockchain development. SBI said it wants to build practical knowledge around blockchain systems that can later be used in real financial infrastructure. The findings may support future trade finance tools and digital asset systems.
The University of Tsukuba will contribute its cybersecurity and cryptography expertise. Its research team works on blockchain security, fraud detection, smart contracts, and digital authentication systems.
Both sides said the collaboration will help improve understanding of blockchain risks and strengths. It also supports efforts to build safer and more efficient systems for digital payments, data sharing, and enterprise finance using blockchain technology.
Meanwhile, SBI Holdings announced a strategic alliance with Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm Across Ventures to create a new fund of funds focused on specialized micro venture capital firms in the United States.
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