Dubai has become the focal point of fintech innovation today as Ant Digital Technologies, a leader in emerging technologies, hosted its first RWA REAL UP Dubai Summit 2025. The event drew over 500 key players, including financial institutions, blockchain pioneers, and regulators, to explore the transformative power of Web3 and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in reshaping the financial landscape.
Fresh from establishing its global headquarters in Hong Kong, Ant Digital Technologies strategically selected Dubai as its gateway to the Middle East, recognizing the UAE’s proactive stance on adopting emerging technologies. This move underscores the company’s global ambitions in Web3 and AI development.
Discussions at the summit heavily emphasized blockchain’s revolutionary impact on finance through the tokenization of Real-World Assets (RWAs). This process of digital fractional ownership promises to unlock previously inaccessible value, democratizing investment in high-value assets, improving liquidity, streamlining transactions, and reducing reliance on traditional intermediaries.
A key highlight of the event was the unveiling of Jovay, Ant Digital Technologies’ Layer 2 blockchain solution specifically designed for RWA fund transactions. Jovay boasts impressive capabilities, including 100,000 transactions per second and a 100-millisecond on-chain response time, ensuring trusted execution and high performance. Seamlessly integrating with Layer 1 blockchains, Jovay is a crucial component of the company’s “Dual Chains and One Bridge” strategy, alongside AntChain-based asset chains and AntChain Bridge solutions. This infrastructure aims to transform trillions of dollars in RWAs into globally tradable digital assets, boosting global liquidity and simplifying physical asset trading on the blockchain.
Ant Digital Technologies is also pushing the boundaries of AI-driven Web3 innovation with the launch of its AI-powered DeTerministic Virtual Machine (DTVM) Stack. This platform introduces a new benchmark for smart contract performance optimization by integrating multi-language Software Development Kits (SDKs), a core execution engine, and the AI toolkit SmartCogent. Leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and specialized AI agents, the DTVM Stack automates the smart contract lifecycle, achieving up to 30 times more efficient execution compared to traditional methods. With seamless Ethereum ecosystem compatibility, this open-sourced platform (under Apache License 2.0) is poised to revolutionize Web3 development by addressing critical challenges in blockchain performance, deterministic execution, and ecosystem interoperability.
Zhuoqun Bian, President of Blockchain Business at Ant Digital Technologies, emphasized the transformative potential of blockchain across various industries. He stated the company’s commitment to collaborating with global partners, leveraging its expertise in blockchain, IoT, and AI to unlock the full potential of RWAs and drive global innovation.
The Dubai summit strategically followed Ant Digital Technologies’ decision to establish its international headquarters in Hong Kong earlier this month. Both cities are recognized for their transparent and progressive regulatory environments that actively support digital assets. Dubai’s pioneering regulations, particularly in tokenized securities, position it as a leader in blockchain innovation. Furthermore, the sophisticated investor communities in both cities are increasingly interested in alternative assets like digital assets. Serving as crucial hubs connecting the Middle East and Asian markets, Dubai and Hong Kong facilitate continuous global market operations.
The Middle East’s potential in renewable energy also presents significant opportunities for asset tokenization. Converting renewable energy assets like solar panels and battery-swapping stations into tradable digital tokens can unlock new financing avenues for green energy companies and provide global investors with accessible, round-the-clock green investment opportunities. Ant Digital Technologies has already facilitated the on-chain transaction of 14 million new energy devices through green asset tokenization, demonstrating the potential for unlocking substantial investment in sustainable assets.
Dr. Zhao Wenbiao, CEO of Ant Digital Technologies, highlighted the strategic importance of Dubai and Hong Kong as hubs for sustainable finance. He stated that Dubai provides an ideal platform to showcase their latest solutions and engage with a diverse audience seeking blockchain and AI innovation. The company aims to establish a “dual-hub synergy” between Hong Kong and Dubai, acting as a digital bridge connecting Middle East energy transition opportunities with Asian markets, ultimately driving the global shift towards a digital economy.
With its strong foundation in Hong Kong and strategic presence in Dubai, Ant Digital Technologies is set to revolutionize the management and trading of real-world assets. Positioned at the intersection of Asia and the Middle East, the company’s focus on technological advancement is paving the way for a more interconnected and efficient global economy. Ant Digital Technologies is poised for further global expansion, driving innovation and advancing technology development worldwide.
