Vodafone joins Chainlink as a node operator and explores collaboration

Global Layer One (GL1) has published a white paper featuring Chainlink's Automated Compliance Engine (ACE) as a solution for regulated tokenized assets. **Key Contributors:** - Bank for International Settlements Innovation Hub - International Monetary Fund - Banque de France - Monetary Authority of Singapore - J.P. Morgan's Kinexys - Standard Chartered Bank **ACE Capabilities:** - Separates compliance rules from application logic - Updates policies without redeploying smart contracts - Links wallet addresses across networks to a single identity - Performs offchain risk scoring with onchain verification The paper addresses the growing need for programmable compliance as financial institutions adopt tokenized assets. Cross-Chain Identity (CCID) eliminates duplicate onboarding processes across different networks.

Chainlink has obtained an independent SOC 2 Type 2 attestation from Deloitte & Touche LLP, validating its security and operational controls over an extended period. **Key Points:** - The certification covers Chainlink CCIP and Data Feeds, including Price Feeds and SmartData feeds - This represents an upgrade from the previous SOC 2 Type 1 attestation - Examinations were conducted according to AICPA standards - The attestation confirms sustained compliance with security protocols for data and interoperability standards The SOC 2 Type 2 evaluation provides a more comprehensive assessment than Type 1, as it tests security controls over time rather than at a single point. [Learn more about the certification](https://chain.link/security-certification)

**OKX**, a top-10 crypto exchange with over 120 million users, has integrated **Chainlink** on its X Layer blockchain to support tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). **Key developments:** - Chainlink's integration enables developers to build advanced applications on X Layer - The partnership targets the $80 trillion tokenized RWA market opportunity - X Layer is an Ethereum-compatible layer-2 blockchain and Chainlink Scale member - Integration brings high-speed DeFi capabilities and agentic economy features to the platform This collaboration builds on previous efforts, including plans announced in February 2026 to introduce an RWA-backed stablecoin on X Layer. The integration positions X Layer to leverage Chainlink's data infrastructure for connecting real-world assets to blockchain applications.

**X Layer has integrated Chainlink Data Streams**, bringing low-latency oracle data to the OKX-backed Layer 2 network. **Key features:** - Enables real-time price feeds for DeFi applications - Reduces latency for trading and lending protocols - Supports advanced dApp development on X Layer This integration allows developers building on X Layer to access high-frequency market data directly on-chain, improving the performance of decentralized exchanges, derivatives platforms, and other financial applications. The partnership strengthens X Layer's infrastructure as it continues expanding its ecosystem of decentralized applications. [Read full announcement](https://web3.okx.com/learn/xlayer-chainlink-data-streams)

KRWQ, the world's largest Korean won-backed stablecoin built by IQ and Fraxfinance, has integrated Chainlink's Proof of Reserve system. **Key Details:** - KRWQ is the first fully-backed Korean won stablecoin - Chainlink will provide automated reserve verifications - Integration aims to enhance transparency and regulatory readiness - Supports the development of the largest onchain Korean won foreign exchange market The integration allows KRWQ to automatically verify its reserves, providing real-time proof that the stablecoin maintains proper backing. This transparency mechanism is designed to meet regulatory requirements while building trust in the onchain Korean won market.